# Retro-Industrial Beach Homes The 'Point Perry Beach House' by Owen and Vokes Architects By Annie Ho | Published 2010-07-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/owen-and-vokes-architects References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2010/07/29/point-perry-beach-house-by-owen-and-vokes-architects/) & [owenandvokes](http://www.owenandvokes.com/) The 'Point Perry Beach House' by Owen and Vokes Architects is one [beach home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ysg-byron-bay) that gives a relaxing and a dreamy feel despite its retro-industrial exterior. Located in Queensland, Australia, this home offers a spectacular [view of the beach](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-a). At ground level, there is the [driveway and garden](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palm-house). The upper level of the 'Point Perry Beach House' by Owen and Vokes Architects holds the living space. The open design of this home lets free air flow through beautifully. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro-industrial Design:** The trend of incorporating retro-industrial elements in architectural designs opens up opportunities for innovative and unique home designs. - **Beachfront Living:** The growing trend of beachfront living creates opportunities for architectural designs that maximize the stunning views and embrace the coastal lifestyle. - **Open-concept Living Spaces:** The popularity of open-concept living spaces presents opportunities for architects to create homes that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor areas, allowing for a more versatile and interactive living experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** The architecture and design industry can capitalize on the trend of retro-industrial beach homes by offering innovative design solutions that merge the charm of the past with modern functionality. - **Real Estate:** The real estate industry can benefit from the demand for beachfront living by focusing on the development and marketing of homes that provide captivating coastal experiences and breathtaking views. - **Home Furnishings and Decor:** The home furnishings and decor industry can create disruptive innovations by offering furniture and accessories that complement the open-concept living spaces of retro-industrial beach homes, providing a cohesive and stylish design aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Beach House Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1980s-beach-house.md) - [Boxy Shaped Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roman-izquierdo-bouldstridge.md) - [Modern Architectural Seaside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strandhouse.md) - [Organic Coastal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diachok-architects.md) - [Eccentric Australian Seaside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ysg.md) - [Light-Filled Open Beach Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-sky-beach-house.md) - [Campsite-Inspired Timber Beach Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baker-boys-beach-house.md) - [Industrial Spacious Beach Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oxford-triangle-home.md) - [Stunning Mid-Century Coastal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-theory.md)