# Vertical Patios PIQUE Space Optimization By Noora Abu Eitah | Published 2008-05-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-patio-optimizing-our-space References: [translate.google](http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http://www.trendsnow.net&langpair=fr|en&hl=fr&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&prev;=/language_tools) & [piquearchitecture](http://www.piquearchitecture.com/VP.html) **[PIQUE](http://www.piquearchitecture.com/VP.html)**is a design studio dedicated to delivering meaningful and inventive architectural project. One of its most recognized projects is the **Vertical Patio** which is a back yard patio in Seattle that optimizes space and "creates an atmosphere of circumstance that captures the occupants' attention and immerses them in a powerful appreciation of the place they are in and the people they share it with." To entertain its occupants, the patio has a [grill, hot tub](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/communal-barbecue), changing room, dining table, bar stool, reading area, and security gates. The challenge behind this project was having all these amenities and maintaining as much [open area](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studioac-2) at the same time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 4% | 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) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Space Optimization:** The trend of maximizing available space in architectural designs, creating innovative solutions for efficient and functional living areas. - **Outdoor Living:** The increasing demand for outdoor spaces that provide amenities and entertainment opportunities, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living. - **Immersive Experiences:** The trend of creating environments that engage and captivate individuals, offering unique and memorable experiences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can explore creative ways to optimize space in designs and create immersive environments that enhance the user experience. - **Outdoor Furniture and Decor:** The outdoor furniture and decor industry can develop innovative products and solutions to meet the growing demand for stylish and multifunctional outdoor living spaces. - **Hospitality and Events:** The hospitality and events industry can incorporate vertical patios and immersive environments into their venues to provide guests with unforgettable experiences and enhance customer satisfaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Patio-Centering Villa Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-tres-patis.md) - [Coastal Courtyard Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patio-house-residence.md) - [Elevated Garden Lofts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/attic-above-garden.md) - [Inversion Living Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-getaway.md) - [Urban Roofscape Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-yards.md) - [Elevated Leisure Habitats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-leisure-habitat.md) - [Renovated Terraced Penthouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tico-curvo.md) - [Public Sculptural Pergola Barbecues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/communal-barbecue.md) - [Hotel-Based Garden Terraced Columns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pan-pacific-orchard.md)