# Incredibly Minimalist Rectangular Houses SAA Arquitectura + Territorio's Design Uses Angled Stilts By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-03-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rectangular-houses References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2019/03/19/dock-house-saa-arquitectura-territorio-chile/) & [saarquitectos.cl](http://www.saarquitectos.cl/) Rectangular houses are a popular architectural choice for [minimalist contemporary dwellings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretpec). The Dock House by Chilean studio SAA Arquitectura + Territorio is no different. However, the silhouette of the structure does bear some interesting design features. The building is located in Pichicuy which is a town in Chile's Valparaíso region. The site is minutes away from the [coast of the Pacific Ocean](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lima-house). The [terrain is slopped](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capuchinas-house) and for many architects — this is a challenge. SAA Arquitectura + Territorio overcame this by placing the rectangular house on angled stilts to accommodate the irregular plot. The single-story building is elegantly accented by its support system and the elevation allows for residents to experience breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Photo Credits: Nicolás Saieh, Sergio Araneda ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Rectangular Houses:** Opportunity for innovative designs that combine minimalism and functionality. - **Angled Stilts:** Potential for creating structures that adapt to challenging terrains and maximize views. - **Minimalist Architecture:** Demand for sleek and simple designs that prioritize clean lines and aesthetic appeal. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Residential Construction:** Incorporate angled stilts and minimalistic design principles to create unique and functional homes. - **Architecture and Design:** Explore innovative approaches to rectangular house designs that blend aesthetics and practicality. - **Real Estate Development:** Embrace minimalist architecture trends to offer contemporary homes with breathtaking views. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chilean Hillside Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-three-heights.md) - [Trapezoidal Coastal Beach Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreal-house.md) - [Off-Grid Oceanside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campos-studio.md) - [Forested Raised Metal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-the-forest.md) - [Coastal Metal Minimal Dwellings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rk-residence.md) - [Stilts-Reading Suspended Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hole-with-the-house-around.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) - [Stepped Hillside Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b2a-architects.md)