# Protectively Screened Abodes This Mod Home Has a Lattice Exterior For Added Sunlight and Security By M | Published 2016-07-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mod-home References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2016/07/25/this-home-is-covered-in-a-security-screen-with-style/) & [ultimasreportagens](http://ultimasreportagens.com/) Located in Lisbon, Portugal is this mod home designed by Joao Aguiar Arquitectos that offers a stylish way to incorporate a security feature into the design of the space. The exterior of the abode opts for a [lattice screen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-corjeum) that drapes over the facade and provides a protective barrier in a decorative format. The home is adorned in a white screen made from stylish petal patterns inspired by [traditional Portuguese architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pedro-domingos-arquitectos) that is adhered to the backend of the house. The screen is put together in sections with parts that [slide open over the windows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-house-1) and back entrance. The screen is comprised of metal, acting as both a security gate as well as a decorative feature to the space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Lattice Screen Design:** Incorporating lattice screens into architectural designs can provide both security and decorative elements. - **Traditional Portuguese Architecture:** Drawing inspiration from traditional Portuguese architecture can create unique and stylish design features. - **Modular Security Gates:** Using modular sections for security gates allows for flexibility and customization in design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can explore incorporating lattice screens and traditional Portuguese elements into their projects. - **Home Security:** Companies in the home security industry can develop modular security gates with both functionality and aesthetic appeal. - **Construction and Materials:** The construction industry can make use of metal lattice materials to create innovative designs for homes and buildings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transparent Shell-Covered Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-brisa.md) - [Housing Block Defensive Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bureau-des-mesarchitecture.md) - [Blocky Stone Perimeter Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forte-house.md) - [Privacy Enhanced Minimal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-open-house-1.md) - [Curvaceous Privacy Wall Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kwk-promes-open-house.md) - [Park-Nestled Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-serra.md) - [Courtyard-Style Californian Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modal-home.md) - [Wooden Screen Apartment Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohlab.md) - [Plant-Filled Latticed Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touching-eden-house.md)