# Lakeside Thatched Holiday Homes RAPA Designs the Summer House on Lake Balaton in Hungary By Amy Duong | Published 2023-11-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-house-1 References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2023/11/06/rapa-thatch-stone-summer-house-hungary/) & [rapa.hu](https://rapa.hu/en/)  The Summer House is designed by the architecture studio RAPA and can be found along Lake Balaton located in Hungary. The home is defined by its [cantilevered structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/console-house) with thatched surface accents made using materials sourced in Hungary. It features three stories and is home to a family who were looking for a more intimate space to spend their summers. It [rests on a hillside](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-the-slope) and has a flat-roof structure reminiscent of the 60s with stone cladding from materials mined in Tihany. Ádám Reisz, founder of the studio tells Dezeen, "Lake Balaton holds a special place in the hearts of Hungarians, often referred to as the Hungarian Sea. The design of the building itself responds dynamically and aesthetically to the stunning views of Lake Balaton, translating them into a visually impressive architectural statement." Image Credit: RAPA, Tamas Bujnovszky ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 18% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Cantilevered Thatched Structures:** Incorporating cantilevered structures with thatched surface accents can provide a unique and visually impressive architectural statement. - **Intimate Summer Retreats:** Designing homes with a more intimate and cozy atmosphere offers a desirable space for families to spend their summers. - **Dynamic Lake-inspired Designs:** Creating buildings that dynamically respond to the natural surroundings and aesthetic of lakes can result in visually striking architectural designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can explore the use of cantilevered structures with thatched surface accents in their designs to create visually impressive buildings. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** The tourism and hospitality industry can cater to the demand for more intimate summer retreats by providing cozy accommodations for families. - **Interior Design:** The interior design industry can incorporate dynamic lake-inspired designs to create visually striking spaces that capture the essence of natural surroundings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gabled Forest-Side Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-house-1.md) - [Limestone Plinth Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clifftop-house.md) - [CLT Sunken Hungarian Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clt-house.md) - [Repurposed Wooden Shoreside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tree-house-by-the-lake.md) - [Natural Material-Crafterd Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sommarhus-e.md) - [Nature-Connecting Vacation Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-by-the-lake.md) - [Thoughtful Lakeside Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lakeside-living.md) - [Lakeside Family Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muskoka-lakeside-cottage.md) - [Relaxing Wooden Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heatherhill-beach-house.md)