# Aircraft-Inspired Retreats Sander van Schaik Designs the Stay Under the Radar Retreat By Amy Duong | Published 2024-10-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stay-under-the-radar-retreat References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/10/07/this-retreat-is-inspired-by-the-f-117-nighthawk-aircraft-built-on-a-former-secret-wwii-military-base/) & [sandervanschaik.eu](https://sandervanschaik.eu/)  Sander van Schaik & Robert-Jan de Kort created the Stay Under the Radar retreat which is a [vacation building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stealth-1) that is made with inspiration from the f-117 Nighthawk Aircraft. It is constructed on what was once a [secret military base](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buitenplaats-koningsweg) and is defined by its [angular structure and geometric build](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbora-vokac-taylor-architect). The name is also a nod to the war history and it is made close to the Tower on an open field. Schaik shares, “After the war, a number of buildings were built on the site. One of them is the Radar Tower. The modest building was used as a training building for the Radio Radar School. On the roof stood an impressive radar installation – an enormous steel construction – with the characteristic antenna as the highest point.” Image Credit: Sander van Schaik & Robert-Jan de Kort ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 29% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Aircraft-inspired Architecture:** The design of buildings and retreats mimicking the structural aesthetics of military aircraft offers a unique and futuristic appeal. - **Geometric Design Structures:** Utilizing angular and geometric shapes in architecture provides a modern and distinctive visual identity that stands out in the landscape. - **Historical Location Adaptations:** Transforming previously classified military sites into innovative public or private retreats harnesses historical significance for unique visitor experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Hotels and vacation retreats inspired by military aircraft designs can provide unique themed experiences for guests. - **Architecture:** Architectural firms can explore new design paradigms with the incorporation of geometric and aircraft-inspired elements in buildings. - **Tourism:** Converting historical military sites into tourist locations combines heritage with innovative design, attracting niche markets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Angular Stealthy Holiday Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stay-under-the-radar.md) - [Tranquil Suspended Hanging Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ardh-architect.md) - [Adaptive Bunker Housing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sar-residence.md) - [Tranquil Secluded Retreat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brecon.md) - [War Plane-Inspired Off-Grid Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monocoque-cabin.md) - [Hilltop Modern Rural Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-country-lookout.md) - [Organic Cliffside Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intaaya-retreat.md) - [Elevated Treetop Modern Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buitenverblijf-nest.md) - [Bunker-Converted Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corstorphine-wright.md)