# Low-Lying Textured UK Villas Peter Zumthor Pays Homage to Italian Architect Andrea Palladio By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-02-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uk-villa References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/10/29/peter-zumthor-secular-retreat-living-architecture-villa-devon/) & [zumthor.tumblr](http://zumthor.tumblr.com/) This UK villa is the first permanent structure by Peter Zumthor in the country. The silhouette of the building boasts some interesting design decision and inspiration. For one, the architect attempted to celebrate the surrounding landscape through a [minimalist and noninvasive design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aip-azia-villa). He also wanted to elevate the presence of the UK villa by highlighting "the incredible presence of materials and the beautiful command of space, light, and shadow." For the exterior, the Swiss architect used "[concrete \[that was\] rammed by hand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stempel-tesar)" in order to achieve a rich and interesting texture. In his work, Peter Zumthor looks toward Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio who takes a special place in the contemporary creative's heart. Photo Credits: [Jack Hobhouse](https://www.jackhobhouse.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Villa Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways of integrating minimalist design principles with natural landscapes. - **Handcrafted Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Investigate innovative techniques for handcrafted materials and textures in architectural design. - **Architectural Inspiration From the Renaissance:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional architectural styles with modern design concepts to create unique and captivating structures. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop sustainable and environmentally-friendly construction materials and techniques. - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create interior spaces that harmoniously blend with the surrounding natural environment. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design resort or vacation destinations that showcase innovative architectural concepts and provide unique experiences for guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Earthy Tonal Relaxing Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-maiora.md) - [Light Reflective Modern Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ppaa.md) - [Modernized 1960s Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/castelli-romani.md) - [Contemporary Countryside Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-countryside-home.md) - [Exposed Concrete Stealthy Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-eternal-way.md) - [Serene Heartwarming Villa Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-minimale.md) - [Cliffside Pavilion Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/can-lis.md) - [Textured Plaster Artisanal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gulzars-residence.md) - [Elevated Design-Forward Pink Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-villa1.md)