# Luxe Contemporary Farming Homes Trout Lake House Takes Inspiration from Classing Farm Buildings By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-04-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trout-lake-house References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/trout-lake-house/) & [olsonkundig](https://www.olsonkundig.com/) Olson Kundig architects created the Trout Lake House, a modern and luxurious home that closely resembles and pulls inspiration from [local farm buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farmworkers-house) in the area. Located on the [banks of the White Salmon River](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalk-river-house), the house is comprised of four structures, with a large detached studio, main house, workshop and a carport. All of the [timber used for the exterior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-w-1) and structure is locally sourced, with a metal roof that has been rusted and weathered for an agricultural appearance. The interior features minimal plywood palettes, concrete and steel accents to provide a unique modern style. The large bi-fold doors in the center of the Trout Lake House open completely to the outside, connecting the landscaping and lake views to the inside. Image Credit: [Jeremy Bittermann](http://www.bittermannphotography.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modern Farming Homes:** Creating modern and luxurious homes that draw inspiration from classic farm buildings and use locally sourced materials. - **Minimalistic Interior Designs:** Emphasizing the use of concrete and steel accents, and minimal palettes in order to achieve a unique modern style. - **Bi-fold Doors:** Incorporating bi-fold doors that open completely to the outside, merging outdoor views with interior spaces. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Architects can use local inspiration and sustainable materials to create modern homes with a minimalistic design aesthetic. - **Construction:** Construction companies can focus on using locally sourced and weathered materials. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can emphasize minimalism and the use of concrete and steel accents to create a modern and unique living space. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Prefabricated Timber Barn Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/north-fork.md) - [Moody Industrial Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pattern-house.md) - [Organic Lake Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usonianinspired-lake-house.md) - [Barn Home Transformations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulls-barn.md) - [Thoughtful Lakeside Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lakeside-living.md) - [Nature-Immersed Creative Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-creek-workhops-house.md) - [Rural Charred Modern Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stanfordville-house.md) - [Barn-Form Family Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twisted-house1.md) - [Fish Lifestyle-Inspired Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-gills.md)