# Cubist Duplexes The Design Firm Blends Form & Function for Satish Nayak Residence in Bangalore By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-11-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satish-nayak-residence References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/41027/satish-nayak-residence-the-design-firm/) & [thedesignfirm.in](http://www.thedesignfirm.in/) It isn't often that a modern design can blend a futuristic aesthetic with culture, form and function, but this [Satish Nayak](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haringey-brick-bungalow) residence by The Design Firm does so in spades. This 2009 project is located in Bangalore, where The Design Firm sought to create a [duplex that made the most](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sbc-apartment) of the area's [abundant natural light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coimbatore-hacienda) and preserved the residence's dual-home function. The 2,200 square foot plot is divided into two separate spaces, and its east-facing facade allows for solar heating, solar shading, and abundant natural ventilation throughout the year. Check out more images of the Satish Nayak residence by The Design Firm above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Futuristic Aesthetics:** Design firms can explore opportunities to blend futuristic design elements with cultural influences to create unique and functional spaces. - **Sustainable Architecture:** Architects can incorporate solar heating, shading, and natural ventilation techniques to maximize energy efficiency in residential designs. - **Dual-home Functionality:** Developers can explore innovative ways to design and utilize duplex spaces that cater to the needs of modern families. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and design firms can employ innovative techniques and aesthetics to create visually stunning and functional residential spaces. - **Renewable Energy:** Companies in the renewable energy industry can collaborate with architects to develop integrated solar heating and shading systems for buildings. - **Real Estate Development:** Real estate developers can capitalize on the demand for versatile and multi-functional living spaces by incorporating dual-home designs into their projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cross Cultural Duplexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clinton-hill-duplex.md) - [Courtyard Connection Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studioac-2.md) - [Elevated Geometric Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ph8-penthouse.md) - [Tranquil Functional Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-varun.md) - [Environmentally Blending Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ineffable-light.md) - [Planted Balcony Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-greens.md) - [Immersive Residential Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sen-residence.md) - [Perforated Facade Compact Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porous-adobe.md) - [Compact Duplex Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sbc-apartment.md)