# Retro Geometric Home Extensions Studio 3.0 Adds New Extensions to the Octagon House By Amy Duong | Published 2024-12-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octagon-house References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2024/12/18/studio-3-0-wedge-extension-1970s-octagon-house-in-cape-cod/) & [studio3zero](https://www.studio3zero.com/)  Boston architecture firm [Studio 3.0](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solitgarreau-residence) has just added a new extension to the Octagon house located in Cape Cod. As the name suggests, the home takes on the structure of the shape and the new addition is a wedged silhouette with a screened-in porch. The [Octagon House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ufc-collectibles) was originally built in the 70s and it was an important part of the project to ensure the addition is distinct from the original home. The principal of Studio 3.0, Josh Slater speaks about the dual extensions, noting "Importantly, the Octagon itself has enormous sentimentality for the family, so it was imperative that it stay intact and that the addition – a new bedroom, bathroom, and office space – be a truly independent extension of the existing home." Image Credit: Gregg Shupe ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 32% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Architectural Revivals:** The revival of retro architectural styles in modern extensions presents opportunities to blend nostalgic design with contemporary functionality. - **Geometric Design Integration:** Incorporating bold geometric shapes in home extensions offers a distinct aesthetic that redefines traditional home renovation ideas. - **Sentimental Home Additions:** Creating new home spaces that honor the sentimentality of original structures invites innovation in personalized home expansion projects. ### Where This Applies - **Home Renovation:** The home renovation industry can capitalize on combining nostalgic designs with modern amenities to offer unique living experiences. - **Architectural Design:** Architectural design firms are in a position to explore new methodologies that integrate distinctive geometric shapes in sustainable building practices. - **Real Estate Development:** Real estate development has the potential to attract clients by showcasing homes that blend historical appeal with modern-day extensions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mid-Century Home Modern Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seventies-house.md) - [Gabled Annexe Vintage Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solitgarreau-residence.md) - [Trapezoidal Residential Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reciprocal-house.md) - [Caribbean-Inspired Retro Home Extentions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triangle-house-1.md) - [Concrete-Framed Home Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monroe-street-house.md) - [Star-Shaped House Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunniva-rosenberg.md) - [Reimaged Edwardian Cottage Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hop-cottage.md) - [Tranquil Subdued House Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heliotrope-architects.md) - [Illuminated Curved Home Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cereus-house.md)