# Geometric Jenga Abodes The 'CS House' by Pitagoras Architects is a Comfortable Living Space By Annie Ho | Published 2010-08-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitagoras-architects References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2010/08/15/the-cs-house-by-pitagoras-architects/) & [pitagoras.pt](http://www.pitagoras.pt/) Located in Guimarães, Portugal, the 'CS House' by Pitagoras Architects is a contemporary home that features a [geometric shape](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentagone-house). The house gives the illusion that there are [multiple levels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-seven-floors) to this space, but in truth, there are only three floors. The third level of the home features a living space where the family can relax. The 'CS House' by Pitagoras Architects offers a patio, pool and a gardening space. **Implications** - The entire design of the home is extremely contemporary, and flaunts sharp lines and clean corners. Structures like this one would be ideal for edgy urban cities and artistic neighborhoods. The simplistic structure doesn't need frills for beauty, it makes the most of [minimalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aip-azia-villa). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Geometric Architecture:** Designing structures with sharp lines and clean corners, ideal for contemporary and edgy urban environments. - **Illusionary Spaces:** Creating the perception of multiple levels within a structure, enhancing spatial experience. - **Minimalist Living:** Embracing simplicity and minimalism in residential design, focusing on functionality and efficiency. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to explore geometric designs, creating visually striking and contemporary structures. - **Real Estate:** Demand for unique and illusionary living spaces, attracting buyers seeking innovative and modern homes. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity to cater to the minimalist lifestyle trend, offering simple, sleek, and functional home decor products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Inverted Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-with-an-inverted-roof.md) - [Park-Nestled Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-serra.md) - [Wooden Screen Stacked Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-vjc-iporanga.md) - [Curved Surface Portuguese Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-within-a-few-lines.md) - [Sloped Site Concrete Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oeiras-house.md) - [Charming Angular Contemporary Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trapezium-house.md) - [Geometric Structural Dynamic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentagone-house.md) - [Trapezoidal Concrete Forest Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ksa-studen.md) - [Blocky Stone Perimeter Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forte-house.md)