A stoic, monolithic home has been erected in Perth, Australia by architecture studio MORQ. The project was dubbed the 'Cloister House' and it features a very interesting balance of opposing aesthetics.
The project called for "a sheltered place of refuge" and it was commissioned by a couple. As a result, the studio took privacy and design into great consideration. The monolithic home boasts a strong and dominating aesthetic. Moreover, the silhouette of the building is striking in and of itself as the exterior is almost windowless which is an interesting touch. MORQ balanced this brutalist character out with the infusion of an internal courtyard that is abundant in vegetation, creating an intuitive balance between the monolithic home and lush, natural manifestations.
Photo Credits: Givlio Aristide
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Monolithic Living Spaces
- Designing and building homes with strong, dominating aesthetics and minimalistic designs that break the norm.
- Nature-infused Interior Design
- Integrating more greenery and nature elements indoors to create naturalistic and calming environments.
- Privacy-inspired Architecture
- Designing structures that provide privacy as well as aesthetic appeal, drawing inspiration from the Brutalist movement.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture and Design
- The architecture and design industry can offer an opportunity to embrace Brutalist-inspired designs and integrate nature into homes.
- Real Estate
- The real estate industry has an opportunity to champion the creation of monolithic living spaces that break the norm while providing privacy and naturalistic elements.
- Landscape Design and Gardening
- Landscape design and gardening industry can enhance the integration of nature into interior spaces to create lush and relaxing environments.
