# Perforated Concrete Houses Architect Gerado Ars' Nest House in Mexico is Decoratively Modern By Meghan Young | Published 2015-01-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perforated-concrete References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2015/01/14/this-house-in-mexico-is-wrapped-in-a-screen-of-perforated-concrete/) & [gerardoars](http://www.gerardoars.com/) The perforated concrete of the [Nest House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daria-sheina) brings a decorative touch to an otherwise typically modern design. With its [boxy shape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lima-house) that allows for optimal space and airiness inside, there is even more emphasis on natural lighting due to the stunning cutouts and patterns on the outside. Designed for a retired couple by architect Gerado Ars, the Nest House's perforated concrete is reflected throughout the home as well. The overall look of the house is inspired by the "combinations of two cultures; Chiapas, the state where the couple were born, and Veracruz a city they love and have built a life for themselves and their children," writes Contemporist. It is nevertheless located in the seaside town of Alvarado, Veracruz, Mexico. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Perforated Concrete:** Perforated concrete design elements are being incorporated into modern architecture to add a decorative touch while maximizing natural lighting. - **Optimal Space and Airiness:** Architects are prioritizing optimal space and airiness in modern house designs to create a sense of openness and comfort. - **Cultural Influence:** Architects are incorporating cultural influences into house designs to create meaningful and personal spaces for homeowners. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** The architecture and design industry can embrace the trend of utilizing perforated concrete and optimizing space and airiness in house designs to create unique and aesthetically appealing homes. - **Construction and Building Materials:** The construction and building materials industry can explore new techniques and materials to efficiently create perforated concrete elements for modern housing projects. - **Cultural Tourism:** The cultural tourism industry can promote and incorporate culturally influenced house designs as tourist attractions, offering visitors a glimpse into local art and traditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Park-Nestled Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-serra.md) - [Greenery-Surrounding Lush Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nest-house-1.md) - [Modern Minimal Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copas.md) - [Contemporary Adaptable Concrete House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/binocular-house.md) - [Hillside Concrete Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-house-1.md) - [Futuristic Curved Islandic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-nest-2.md) - [Interior Courtyard Mexican Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-ll.md) - [High Concrete Walled Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cesar-mancillas.md) - [Raw Concrete Industrial Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-nishizaki.md)