# Gridded Screen Apartment Blocks Neri&Hu Design a Grid Facade Residential Building in Taiwan By Amy Duong | Published 2024-07-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residential-building-1 References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2024/07/24/neri-hu-taiwan-apartment-block/) & [neriandhu](https://www.neriandhu.com/en)  Chinese architecture studio [Neri&Hu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artyzen-new-bund-31) completed a residential building located in Taiwan. It is defined by its [grided metal facade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mary-schmidt-campbell-center) that is complemented by inverted arched screens. This rests on a [US](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figgy-play-couch) military base in Taipei and it is meant to reflect a community feeling and a more steady pace of life in the district in contrast to the busy commercial areas of Taipei. Notably, it also has a timeless design which seamlessly blends with the low-rise buildings dating back to the 70s. The studio explains, "In this context of Taipei and Zhishan, our design intent for a high-end residential building was to embody a timeless aesthetic through the use of tectonic forms and tactile materials." It continues, "The two opposing elements of structure and screen are working in harmony to achieve a delicate balance between masculine and feminine, historic and modern, cool and warm, rational and expressive." Image Credit: Studio Millspace ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 26% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Grid-facade Architecture:** Grid-facade architecture emphasizes the blend of modern aesthetics with historical contexts to create timeless and balanced residential buildings. - **Tectonic Forms:** The utilization of tectonic forms in residential design fosters a harmony between structural integrity and aesthetic appeal, catering to both functional and visual desires. - **Inverted Arched Screens:** Inverted arched screens introduce a unique architectural element that balances contrasting themes such as masculine and feminine or historic and modern. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architectural Design:** Architectural design can explore innovative ways to integrate contemporary materials with classic elements to serve diverse aesthetic preferences. - **Residential Construction:** Residential construction can benefit from adopting design strategies that emphasize community, timelessness, and a balance of contrasting elements. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planning can incorporate designs that promote a steady pace of life, blending historical integrity with modern functionality in residential areas. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gridded Urban Apartment Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-carboneria.md) - [Taiwanese Steel Metal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-roof-house.md) - [Metal Mesh Residential Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cit-angus-ii.md) - [Colorful Rooftop Unified Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nantou-hybrid-building.md) - [Housing Block Defensive Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bureau-des-mesarchitecture.md) - [Perforated Facade Urban Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veil-house.md) - [Copper-Accented Apartment Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fenwick-st.md) - [Curved Green Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-island.md) - [Wooden Screen Apartment Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohlab.md)