# Modern Stone Rubble Dwellings This Old Stone House was Renovated to Bring it into the Modern Era By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-03-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-stone-house References: [homecrux](http://www.homecrux.com/2017/03/17/65273/old-stone-house-ruins-transformed-modern-vacation-home.html) & [nunobrandaocosta](http://www.nunobrandaocosta.com/) Old dwellings and rubble are often given the label of historic site or removed for building purposes, but this old stone house was transformed into a modern dwelling rather than simply be demolished. Located in Northern Portugal, the home was transformed from ruins to a [modern vacation home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/estancia-san-jos) over the course of six or seven years. Architect Nuno Brandão Costa is the mind behind the project and has completely transformed the ruins into a modern space that is available for rental on [Airbnb](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-kinnakeet) for vacationers to enjoy as part of their journey. The old stone house has been transformed into a modern living space with dining and cooking areas as well as three bedrooms and a lounge area for relaxing while outdoors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Renovated Historical Dwellings:** Opportunity for architects and real estate developers to renovate and transform old buildings into modern livable spaces. - **Sustainable Architecture:** Opportunity to incorporate eco-friendly and sustainable practices into the renovation process of old and historic buildings. - **Vacation Rentals:** Opportunity to capitalize on the growing trend of vacationers seeking unique and authentic living spaces when traveling. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architects can leverage expertise to renovate and transform old buildings into modern livable spaces while preserving their historic elements. - **Real Estate Development:** Real estate developers can utilize unique and authentic renovation projects to attract buyers and renters seeking modern living spaces with historic charm. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and vacation rental companies can offer unique and authentic living spaces to cater to the growing trend of vacationers seeking such options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stone Ruin-Upcycled Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atienza-maure-arquitectos.md) - [Revived Stone Sheds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microhome-renovation.md) - [Compact Stone Conversions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figuier-house.md) - [Compact Cottage Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rustic-renovation.md) - [Old Mill-Transformed Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-house-with-old-mill.md) - [Stone Cottage Renos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hameart-project.md) - [Local Stone-Made Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drakoni-house.md) - [Compact Refurbished Micro-Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sassi.md) - [Warehouse-Transformed Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-many-faces.md)