# Secluded Modern Island Houses Vibeke Lichten Creates a Stunning Property That is Nature-Infused By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-05-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-island-house References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/04/25/eco-house-vibeke-lichten-new-york-shelter-house/) & [vibekelichten](https://www.vibekelichten.com/) With this modern island house, New York-based architect Vibeke Lichten hoped to create a [nature retreat for her family](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haus-am-lagnesberg). The building contains an abundance of features that allude to a balanced relationship between the outdoors and the indoors. The plot is extensive and is located on Shelter Island which is a piece of land that is only accessible by ferry. The residence boasts breathtaking vistas and "dramatic sunsets." Vibeke Lichten supplemented the aesthetic of the modern island house with a [saltwater swimming pool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patio-house-residence), terraces, a micro vineyard, as well as a rooftop garden. The house is arranged in an L-shape plan and is entirely built from concrete. This detail allows for the home to establish a strong juxtaposition between itself and its surroundings. Photo Credits: E[van Joseph](https://www.evanjoseph.com/index) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Nature Retreat Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include designing eco-friendly and sustainable retreats that seamlessly blend with the natural surroundings. - **Residential Concrete Construction:** Disruptive innovation opportunities involve exploring advanced techniques and materials for creating modern and durable concrete structures for residential purposes. - **Luxury Island Living:** Disruptive innovation opportunities emerge in providing exclusive and high-end amenities, such as rooftop gardens, vineyards, and saltwater swimming pools, in island properties. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist for architects to reimagine residential designs and incorporate nature-influenced elements. - **Construction:** Disruptive innovation opportunities arise in the construction industry to explore sustainable concrete technologies for modern residential projects. - **Real Estate:** Disruptive innovation opportunities encompass creating unique selling points by offering luxury island properties with nature-infused design elements and high-end amenities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hilltop Modern Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cloud-house.md) - [Cedar-Clad L-Shaped Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ospreys-landing.md) - [Modernist Modern Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-assembly-1.md) - [Cliffside Minimalist Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aip-azia-villa.md) - [Monolithic Sleek Summer Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollerup-atrium.md) - [Coastal Summer Calm Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hors.md) - [Off-Grid Self-Sufficient Island Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earth-house.md) - [Elevated Timber-Clad Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victory-bay-house.md) - [Meadow-Overlooking Sleek Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studioac-1.md)