# Elongated Oceanside Abodes Mackay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects' Project is Weather-Appropriate By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-05-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanside-abode References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/5/mackay-lyons-sweetapple-architects-two-hulls-house) & [mlsarchitects](http://www.mlsarchitects.ca/twohullshouse.htm) Mackay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects designed an oceanside abode that boasts two elongated 32-foot volumes that extend themselves toward the water. Located in the village of Port Mouton, Nova Scotia, this structure provides a modern twist to the coastline. Mackay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects was careful with its choice of materials since the regional weather can understandably shift quickly. Thus, the oceanside abode was constructed with concrete and steel for stability. The house is also cladded with wood, in order for the structure to better integrate itself into the narrative of the surrounding landscape. Mackay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects optimized the views and the exposure to natural light through sizable windows that create a warm interior for the abode. Largely contemporary in design and fortunate in location, this house by the water is the perfect retreat or site for retirement. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 66% | 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) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Elongated Abodes:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore ways to optimize space and design in elongated residential structures to provide a modern twist to traditional living spaces. - **Weather-appropriate Architecture:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop innovative building materials and techniques that can withstand quickly shifting weather conditions and provide stability to coastal structures. - **Integration with Surrounding Landscape:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Create sustainable and visually appealing architectural designs that seamlessly blend with the natural environment, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the surrounding landscape. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Embrace sustainable materials and design principles to create weather-appropriate and environmentally conscious structures in coastal areas. - **Construction:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Implement advanced construction techniques and technologies to enhance the durability and resilience of coastal residential buildings. - **Retirement Communities:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Design innovative retirement communities near waterfronts that offer luxurious, modern, and sustainable living spaces, catered to the needs of retirees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cedar-Clad L-Shaped Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ospreys-landing.md) - [Coastal Island Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasparakisfriel.md) - [Scattered Boulder-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockbound.md) - [Off-Grid Oceanside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campos-studio.md) - [Mountainous Elliptical House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-at-9000-feet.md) - [Meadow-Overlooking Sleek Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studioac-1.md) - [Fortress-Like Dynamic Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liminal-house.md) - [Stone-Finished Coastal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matopos.md) - [Coastline Liminality Canadian Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-liminal-house.md)