# Warped Balcony Apartments Tony Owen Partners Designs a Wave-Like Condo in Sydney By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-04-11 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tony-owen References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/eliza-apartments-sydney-completed-by-tony-owen-partners/) & [tonyowen.au](http://tonyowen.com.au/) Tony Owen Partners recently designed this [apartment complex in Sydney, Australia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taichung-apartment), and decided to go with a slightly warped structure for the balcony area. Instead of using simple straight lines in this section, the team went with a [wave-like look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-island). The apartment is also meant to blend in with the surrounding area, with sandstone and metal being the primary materials used. What's more is that each balcony is slightly different, and optimized in the best way possible to gain the most sunlight and views of the park and surrounding sections of land. Not only does the design look great, but it also serves a very functional purpose too. This curved structure by Tony Owen Partners certainly puts Sydney on the map when it comes to distinct architecture to inspire others around the world. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/eliza-apartments-sydney-completed-by-tony-owen-partners/), [tonyowen.au](http://tonyowen.com.au/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 6% | 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 - **Warped Structures:** Creating wave-like designs in architecture and construction, offering a unique and visually appealing aesthetic. - **Optimized Balconies:** Designing balconies to maximize sunlight and views, providing an enhanced living experience for residents. - **Distinct Architecture:** Developing unique and inspiring architectural designs that put cities on the map as destinations for innovative structures. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** Exploring innovative designs and structures that challenge traditional architectural norms. - **Construction:** Implementing new construction techniques and materials to create visually stunning and functional buildings. - **Real Estate:** Emphasizing unique architectural features to attract buyers and renters seeking distinctive living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sawtooth Roof Apartment Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ferrars-york.md) - [Bright Balcony-Defined Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nightingale-village.md) - [Playful Apartment Makeovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onda-apartment.md) - [Dynamic Living Towered Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onze22.md) - [Stone-Finished Coastal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matopos.md) - [Curved Family Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-house-1.md) - [Redesigned Curved Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taichung-apartment.md) - [Renovated Family-Friendly Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/covent-garden-apartment.md) - [Warped Stacked Residence Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quinta-do-rei.md)