# Unintentional House Structures The Purpose for This Structure by Arquitectura X is Still Undecided By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-03-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/still-undecided References: [archdaily](https://www.archdaily.com/889833/casa-ri-arquitectura-x) & [arquitectura-x](https://www.arquitectura-x.com/blank) This project in Quito, Ecuador by architects from studio arquitectura x is an epitome of uncertainty as its functionality is still undecided. Unclear in terms of purpose, the "project became a house in the process." That is, "its actual configuration [was] decided during [the] construction process." Apparently, the only two fixed requirements for this building were a field that was accessible for a game of football, as well as a [space for entertaining and possible barbecues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/communal-barbecue). Thus, the architectural strategy for the structure, boasting a still undecided functionality, is driven by vagueness. Even so, the materials and design elements, implemented by arquitectura x prove to be in a [balanced existence](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alma-switch-house). This not only points to the merits of the architectural company, but it also boasts a [spontaneously experimental design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kumagaya-house). Photo Credits: [Bicubi](http://www.bicubik.photo/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Uncertain-function Architecture:** Explore innovative architectural designs that embrace uncertainty in functionality to create unique and adaptable spaces. - **Spontaneous Experimentalism:** Discover architectural approaches that prioritize experimentation and embrace the unexpected in design and construction. - **Balanced Materiality:** Embrace the use of materials and design elements that create a harmonious and balanced existence in architectural projects. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Architectural firms can explore new approaches to create versatile and adaptable spaces that encourage creative experimentation. - **Construction:** The construction industry can embrace unconventional designs and construction methodologies to accommodate uncertain functionality and spontaneous design elements. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate balanced materiality concepts to create harmonious and visually appealing spaces within uncertain-function architectural projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Highland Residential Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-the-andes.md) - [Contemporary Adaptable Concrete House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/binocular-house.md) - [Abandoned Bar-Transformed Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xstudio.md) - [Modern Multi-Purpose Japanese Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muiltipurpose-japanese-building.md) - [Sculptural Inverted Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-with-an-inverted-roof.md) - [Anticipatory Architectural Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vulcan-house.md) - [Blocky Stone Perimeter Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forte-house.md) - [Temple-Inspired Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/j-kidman-architecture.md) - [Pavilion-Style Art Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galeria-house.md)