# Sleek Concrete Slab Structures The Glebe House by Nobbs Radford Architects is Industrial Chic By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-03-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slab-structures References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2014/03/13/glebe-house-extension-nobbs-radford-architects/) & [nobbsradford.au](http://nobbsradford.com.au/glebe-house-more/) Concrete never looked so good with these industrial-like slab structures used by Nobbs Radford Architects for this Sydney abode. The use of concrete is common to achieve an [industrial effect](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glassbrick-apartment), and is often seen in loft apartments which have been transformed from working buildings to residential space. However, this architecture firm has managed to appropriate the [concrete slab structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-serra) from a loft-only look to one that encompasses this entire house. Sounds like a prison right? Think again. The inside is complemented with stunning wood and plenty of light, making this anything but a closed-off penitentiary. More importantly, the home is extremely durable, and can stand up to strong gusts of wind at any time of year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sleek Concrete Structures:** Concrete can be used in a more modern and sleek way while keeping its industrial chic vibe. - **Residential Interiors with Concrete Slabs:** Concrete can be added to residential spaces to create an industrial but warm vibe. - **Durability in Home Construction:** Durable materials are becoming increasingly important in home construction. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Architecture firms can experiment with the use of concrete in more modern and sleek ways. - **Construction:** Construction companies can offer more durable and long-lasting options to clients. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate the industrial yet warm vibe of concrete into their designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wooden Louvres Family Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-slab.md) - [Exposed Concrete Steelwork Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamat-house.md) - [Raw Concrete Industrial Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-nishizaki.md) - [Hillside Concrete Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-house-1.md) - [Expansive Roofs Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-in-the-farm.md) - [Modern Concrete Hayfield Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/759-house.md) - [Concrete Gridded Garden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rua-polnia-house.md) - [Log Cabin-Inspired Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balbek-bureau.md) - [Exposed Concrete Stealthy Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-eternal-way.md)