# Serene Spa-Like Abodes This Tranquil Home in Brazil Mixes Contemporary Design with Nature By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-04-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tranquil-home References: [freshome](http://freshome.com/2014/03/31/contemporary-house-near-lake-inspiring-tranquility/) & [roccovidal.br](http://www.roccovidal.com.br) This may be the most peaceful and tranquil home i've ever seen. Surrounded by vast open space full of greenery, perfectly landscaped trees, rolling picturesque hills and a serene lake, the Itatiba residence located outside of Sao Paolo is stunning in both its artful design and its positive vibe. Using contemporary and clean architectural compositions, this spa-like tranquil home was created by architectural studio RoccoVidal P + W. The studio did such a remarkable job blending the sleek and modern designs with its almost prairie-like surrounding. Designed as a [secluded weekend getaway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brecon), this family haven is the perfect place for the family's three generations to come to relax, bond and just diffuse from urban lifestyle. The calming residence uses only [natural materials like wood and stone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenhouse) to create such a positive space. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nature-inspired Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and builders to create homes that blend seamlessly with nature using natural materials like wood and stone. - **Secluded Getaways:** Opportunity for tourism and hospitality industries to create more secluded and peaceful retreats that provide a tranquil escape from the urban lifestyle. - **Contemporary Design Mix with Nature:** Opportunity for designers and architects to blend modern and contemporary design with nature to create serene and calming environments. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Architects can innovate by creating more serene and peaceful homes that blend seamlessly with nature. - **Tourism:** Opportunity for tourism and hospitality industries to provide peaceful and secluded retreats to escape from urban lifestyle. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can innovate by incorporating natural elements like wood and stone to create calming environments that blend with the surrounding nature. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tranquil Nature-Centric Cabin Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nortehaus.md) - [Tranquil River-Overlooking Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-bend-residence.md) - [Tranquil Courtyard Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanctum-house.md) - [Discreet Modern Brazil Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jf-residence.md) - [Zen-Inspired Tranquil Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-tabebuia.md) - [Tranquil Brazilian Beach Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-mk27-2.md) - [Glamorous Urban Tranquil Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-villa.md) - [Glass-Lined Corridor Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tranquil-abiding.md) - [Bamboo Forest-Inspired Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canter-and-gallop.md)