# Immaculate Contemporary Abodes The Modern Dream Home in The Forest is a True Paradise By Sarah Dos Santos | Published 2013-10-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-dream-home1 References: [worldofarchi](http://www.worldofarchi.com/2013/08/modern-dream-home-in-forest-by.html) & [cg-arch](http://www.cg-arch.com/) The immaculate Modern Dream Home in the Forest by Chu+Gooding Architects is located in [Rusty Canyon, Los Angeles, California](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rustic-canyon). The mansion resides near a suburban residential neighborhood and stands out among the rest. The impressive design has a beautiful transition between interior decor and the outdoors. The living space is full of wood textures, corners, mezzanine floors and interior balconies. The abode takes up 5,600 square feet and is a great house for a big family. The home "was honed to a dual courtyard plan to retain the old growth scenario of [California Sycamores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-and-space-center) and [Live Oaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terracotta-breath-house) within a tranquil canyon." The home is private and contains five different living levels. Every level has direct access to the outdoors so enjoying the beauty of the surroundings will be always be a part of your day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Immaculate Home Design:** Architects can innovate by creating modern homes that seamlessly blend interior and exterior spaces, providing a closer connection to nature. - **Dual Courtyard Plans:** Designers can explore the concept of incorporating multiple courtyards within a home, preserving natural elements like trees and creating a tranquil environment. - **Multi-level Living:** Developers can focus on creating homes with multiple levels that offer residents direct access to outdoor spaces, enhancing the overall living experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects can incorporate innovative design elements into contemporary homes, such as seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces. - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can invest in properties that feature unique design elements, like multiple courtyards and easy access to outdoor spaces, increasing their value and appeal to potential buyers. - **Landscaping:** Landscaping professionals can work closely with architects and developers to create outdoor spaces that complement modern homes, enhancing the overall aesthetic and connection to nature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [A-Frame Forest Tranquil Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prez-palacios-arquitectos-asociados.md) - [Tranquil A‑Frame Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steel-a-frame.md) - [Minimal Mid-Century Hollywood Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mulholland.md) - [Mid-Century-Themed Vacation Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bohlin-cywinski-jackson.md) - [Blackened Timber Tranquil Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hideaway-house.md) - [Sculptural LA Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cm-g1.md) - [Juxtaposing South Californian Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emerald-bay.md) - [Hilltop Modern Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cloud-house.md) - [Olive Tree-Centric Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twentieth-house.md)