# Modernist Plywood Abodes The La Grange Residence by MU Architecture Celebrates Simplicity By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-02-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mu-architecture1 References: [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/vote/malbaie-viii-residence-la-grange-by-mu-architecture/) Located in the heart of the ‘Terrasses Cap-à-l’Aigle’ development in Quebec, the "[La Grange](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-source-vive)" residence by [MU Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memphremagog-lake-residence) embodies modernist design ideals. The home is situated on a vast lot in the gorgeous Charlevoix region and features a design that merges industrial details with [natural wood materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meadowlark). MU Architecture's "La Grange" residence mimics its surrounding topography with rugged wood cladding that accents a shell of glass and stone elements. Ascending two storeys in height, this contemporary Quebec home is a great examples of Canada's new and noteworthy architecture. This covetable abode is a perfect definition of the phrase "less is more" and is a haven for the design-conscious inhabitant with a love for simplicity and modernism. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Modernist Design:** Opportunity for businesses to create sleek and minimalist products that appeal to the design-conscious consumer. - **Natural Materials:** Opportunity for industries to develop sustainable and eco-friendly materials for construction and design. - **Integrating Industrial Details:** Opportunity for businesses to combine industrial aesthetics with functional designs, creating unique and innovative products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architectural Design:** Opportunity for architects to explore and apply modernist principles in their designs, creating visually striking and functional structures. - **Home Construction:** Opportunity for construction companies to incorporate natural and sustainable materials in building homes, catering to the growing demand for eco-friendly living spaces. - **Furniture and Interior Design:** Opportunity for designers to create furniture and products that merge industrial elements with natural materials, offering unique and contemporary designs for modern living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Thoughtful Lakeside Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lakeside-living.md) - [Landscape-Honoring Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/des-forges-residence.md) - [Contemporary Mountainous Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountainous-home.md) - [Timber-Clad Canadian Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-cime.md) - [Gabled Rural Serene Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/des-lauriers-house.md) - [Angular Modern Lakeside Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memphremagog-lake-residence.md) - [Discrete Lakeside Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palissade.md) - [Mid-Century Style Montreal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residence-ave-duchastel.md) - [Mass Timber Canadian Chalets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-vale-perkins.md)