# Cutesy Woodland Cottages The Wooden House by Studio PIKAPLUS Sits in the Hills of Slovenia By Joey Haar | Published 2017-04-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-pikaplus References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/869702/the-wooden-house-studio-pikaplus) Though small, size is an integral part of the charm behind [Studio PIKAPLUS's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borov-lada-cottage) 'The Wooden House.' The quaint Slovenian cottage sits in a valley among the hills of Kanji Dol, a rural municipality in the Balkan nation, and its design mimics the surrounding environment while adding a cute flair. Part of the attractive personality of Studio PIKAPLUS's cottage is in its unique, cartoonish design. The cottage has a [gabled roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iorram), but the walls that descend from that roof don't fall straight to the ground. Instead, the walls angle inward, giving the cottage a plump appearance. This design also creates unique room shapes on the interior of the cottage, with oddly angled walls that contribute to cozy environs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Cartoonish Architecture:** Architects and builders can explore more playful and whimsical designs for houses and buildings, creating unique structures that stand out and inspire joy. - **Integration with Natural Environment:** Builders can take cues from the surrounding environment, incorporating natural elements into the design and creating homes and buildings that complement their surroundings. - **Quaint and Cozy Living:** More people may seek out quaint and cozy living spaces, with unique room shapes and designs that create a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can experiment with more playful and whimsical designs, integrating natural elements into their work and creating charming and cozy living spaces. - **Construction:** Builders and construction companies can specialize in creating unique and customized homes and structures, using creative and innovative designs to stand out in the market. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** The popularity of quaint and cozy living spaces can extend to the tourism and hospitality industry, with the creation of unique and charming lodging options that appeal to travelers seeking a cozy and memorable experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Countryside Woodland Cabin Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aralar-cottage.md) - [Landscape-Integrated Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plener-istebna.md) - [Weatherized Visual Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hundred-acre-wood.md) - [Wedge-Shaped Stealthy Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbora-vokac-taylor-architect.md) - [Forest Cottage Renewals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borov-lada-cottage.md) - [Compact Cottage Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rustic-renovation.md) - [Contemporary Wooden Blue Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-cabin.md) - [Modular Wooden Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piil.md) - [Intimate High-Altitude Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/altihut.md)