# Petite Gabled-Roof Architecture The 'Update' Project Explores the Idea of Regeneration By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-08-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/update-project References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/sa-und-sa-architetti-update-workshop-04-viewpoint-italy-08-22-2014/) & [saundsa](http://www.saundsa.com/blog) The 'Update' Project is an initiative that includes two professional architects along with 17 students, exploring the idea of [regeneration in Italy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fienile-n). One design that has come about with the project is the 'Update#04 Viewpoint,' which is a [tiny gabled-roof structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hee-house) in the hillside, that allows people to sit and contemplate the surroundings and the area in general. There is also a famous cave nearby, and when asking people about memories of this place or how it influences them, they realized that somewhere was needed to think about these questions. This is partly how the structure came to be. The design is quite small, with an open front and back letting the light shine in and visitors to see the stunning views surrounding the area. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/sa-und-sa-architetti-update-workshop-04-viewpoint-italy-08-22-2014/), [saundsa](http://www.saundsa.com/blog) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Regeneration Exploration:** The 'Update' project is exploring the idea of regeneration in architecture, providing opportunities for architects to design and innovate. - **Small Size Design:** The 'Update#04 Viewpoint' structure's small size creates an opportunity to innovate and design more versatile structures that can be placed in various terrains. - **Openness:** Open front and back designs with stunning views, like the 'Update#04 Viewpoint' structure, create an opportunity to innovate and design structures that celebrate openness. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** The 'Update' project presents opportunities for architects to explore regeneration and innovate designing structures of different sizes and styles. - **Tourism:** Structures like the 'Update#04 Viewpoint' can be erected in tourist hotspots to provide a relaxing space for people to sit and contemplate the surrounding area. - **Real Estate:** The tiny gabled-roof structure design of the 'Update#04 Viewpoint' can inspire innovative and affordable structures that could potentially solve housing challenges. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Cottage Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rustic-renovation.md) - [Juxtaposing History-Preserved Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-gable.md) - [Reflective Mountain-Based Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelter-santerpass.md) - [Transformed Minimal Artist Residency](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrodesign.md) - [Gabled Annexe Vintage Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solitgarreau-residence.md) - [Hilltop Valley-Overlooking Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hermitage.md) - [Revived Stone Sheds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microhome-renovation.md) - [Nature-Surrounded Miniature Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mini.md) - [Compact Refurbished Micro-Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sassi.md)