# Zigzag-Contoured Cabins The Noa House Features Six Rhombus Facades for an Idiosyncratic Appearance By Amelia Roblin | Published 2014-02-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noa-house References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/02/13/six-sided-wooden-modular-cabin-jaanus-orgusaar/) & [jaanusorgusaar](http://www.jaanusorgusaar.com) It might be small, but the Noa House is far from a simply assembled cabin in the Estonian countryside. Jaanus Orgusaar was inspired by the elaborate shape of the rhombic dodecahedron, translating it into a unique architectural form on a manageable scale. The complete project functions beautifully as a [compact summer cottage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cabana) for the designer's family. The hexagonal floor of the delightfully geometric dwelling stands sturdily upon just three stilt-like legs. The six walls that enclose it are not the standard rectangles that one might expect; rather, each one is an alternating rhombus that zigzags its way around the structure. Several separate units of the prefabricated Noa House can be combined as modules to form a honeycomb arrangement for multiple rooms. Built by Katus, the charming timber-clad domiciles are complete with [quirky fisheye fenestration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timber-nest). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Rhombus Architecture:** The use of non-standard rhombus shapes in building design creates unique and idiosyncratic structures. - **Modular Cabins:** The prefabrication and modularity of cabins allow for easy assembly and customization. - **Sustainable Prefab Structures:** Incorporating sustainable materials and energy-efficient design into prefabricated structures is becoming increasingly popular. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Incorporating non-standard shapes and modular design into building projects presents opportunities for architects to create novel and unique structures. - **Construction:** Prefabrication and modularity in construction enable easy and efficient assembly, as well as customization opportunities for clients. - **Prefab Manufacturing:** The trend towards sustainable and eco-friendly structures creates opportunities for manufacturers to incorporate green materials and energy-efficient features into their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Geometric Structural Dynamic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentagone-house.md) - [Diamond-Shaped Paneled Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neville-park.md) - [Compact Modular Forest Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-house.md) - [Log Cabin-Inspired Minimal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restua.md) - [Light-Filled Alpine Lofts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omarama-attic.md) - [Compact Sustainable Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cabana.md) - [Faceted Cedar Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-house-on-a-hill.md) - [Dark-Green Minimal Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scalar-architecture.md) - [Hat-Shaped Metal-Topped Holiday Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hee-house.md)