# Magnificent Mirror Image Abodes These Twin Houses by William O'Brian Jr. Are Minimalist and Modern By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-04-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twin-houses-by-william-obrian-jr References: [sofiliumm.wordpress](http://sofiliumm.wordpress.com/2012/03/29/twin-houses-by-william-obrian-jr/) & [wojr.org](http://www.wojr.org/information/profile/) These 'Twin Houses' by William O'Brian Jr. are dynamic holiday homes created by the award-winning American architect. These alluring abodes feature a minimalist and modern design aesthetic that is Scandinavian in appearance. Though they are located in upstate New York, these [hillside homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b2a-architects) take one into a natural paradise far from any sign of urban life. Featuring [black stucco facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tallowwood-cabin), the geometric structures are each made up of a configuration of four trapezoids and one triangle shape. The 'Twin Houses' by William O'Brien Jr. were created using complex geometries, and the mathematical principle of “dissection.” Shining a spotlight on sustainability, the architect's creations feature [water-collecting roof systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twin-pitches) that distribute piping evenly between homes. In addition to hydro, the homes share an agricultural plot of land, allowing its inhabitants to cultivate wheat, corn, leaf vegetables and berries. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Complex Geometries:** Exploring the use of complex geometries in architectural design to create visually stunning and unique structures. - **Sustainable Architecture:** Incorporating sustainable features such as water-collecting roof systems and shared agricultural plots in residential designs for a more eco-friendly living. - **Minimalist and Modern Aesthetics:** Embracing a minimalist and modern design aesthetic in architectural projects to create sleek and visually appealing structures. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** The architectural industry can leverage complex geometries and sustainable features to create innovative and visually stunning buildings. - **Real Estate:** Real estate professionals can capitalize on the growing demand for minimalist and modern housing designs that incorporate sustainable elements. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can explore the use of complex geometries and sustainable practices in designing eco-friendly and visually striking neighborhoods and communities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multigenerational Modern Twin-Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-with-one-pillar.md) - [Dedicated-Space Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-sisters.md) - [Landscape-Integrated Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plener-istebna.md) - [Dual Tonal Wooden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/svart-hus.md) - [Duplex-Appearing Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duplex-house.md) - [Low‑Density Twin Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-villa-bukovac.md) - [Pyramid-Like Suburban Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oza-sabbeth-architects.md) - [Frameless Glass Twin Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/achiot.md) - [Faceted Cedar Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-house-on-a-hill.md)