# Diamond-Shaped Paneled Homes Reigo and Bauer Design the Neville Park Home in Toronto By Amy Duong | Published 2024-09-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neville-park References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2024/08/30/reigo-and-bauer-diamond-cladding-angular-toronto-house/) & [reigoandbauer](https://www.reigoandbauer.com/)  Toronto-based design studio [Reigo and Bauer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neville-park-residence) has finished the Neville Park home, which is a three-level house that rests on top of a narrow lot. It is defined by its diamond-shaped paneling which brings forth a subtle contrast between the decorative and minimal aesthetics of the home. It is nestled in the city's East End area with a tall profile and sharp sloped roof. The foundering partner at the studio, Merike Bauer shares with [Dezeen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridge-house), "The slates provided excellent technical performance, while also representing a very traditional type of roof cladding. We're often drawn to traditional materials and methods of construction that can be realized in unconventional applications. The diamond shape, for instance, was selected for its decorative nature, yet installed as it is, uniformly over the roof and walls, even the garage door is more minimalist in its first reading. I love the quiet tension of that contrast." Image Credit: Doublespace Photography ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 28% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Diamond-shaped Architecture:** The use of diamond-shaped paneling in residential architecture highlights a growing trend towards merging decorative elements with minimalist designs. - **Unconventional Material Applications:** Innovative use of traditional materials in modern construction presents new possibilities for achieving unique aesthetic contrasts. - **Narrow Lot Designs:** Designing homes for narrow lots is increasingly important in urban areas, creating opportunities for maximizing space efficiency. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Residential Architecture:** Residential architecture can evolve by incorporating decorative yet minimalist elements, fusing traditional aesthetics with modern minimalism. - **Construction Materials:** Manufacturers of construction materials can innovate by developing new applications for traditional materials, finding a balance between performance and aesthetics. - **Urban Housing:** Urban housing can benefit from design strategies that address space constraints while maintaining architectural integrity and appeal. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nature-Merging Geometric Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neville-park-residence.md) - [Precisely Designed Toronto Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-point.md) - [Compact Calming Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-sheltered-space.md) - [Square Structural Canadian Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvas-house.md) - [Corrugated Metal Barn-Like Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studioac.md) - [Upward-Pitched Roof Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneill-mcvoy-architects.md) - [Dramatic Roof-Topped Ontario Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridge-house.md) - [Scattered Boulder-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockbound.md) - [Textured Brick London Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nw10.md)