# Minimalist Gothic Cottages Villa Boreale is a Modern Take on a Classic Wood Cabin By Meghan Young | Published 2016-03-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-boreale References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/villa-boreale/) & [cargoarchitecture](http://cargoarchitecture.ca/en/portfolio_page/villa-boreale/) Aside from the fact that [Villa Boreale](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-minimale) is predominantly constructed out of wood, the Quebec, Canada, escape is quite different from a traditional wood cabin. Yes, it's surrounded by nature in a [secluded part of a forest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/more-cabin), specifically Municipality of Petite-Riviere-St-Francois and near the ski center Le Massif, but there is something very simple about its design. One could say, Scandinavian. Made out of the natural grain of Eastern white cedar, the Villa Boreale also boasts [black metal cladding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoke-lake-cabin) in stark contrast. Its minimal outdoor aesthetic is carried on inside with the sleek white kitchen, concrete floors and pale wood tones. It can impressively accommodate up to 14 people, making it the perfect place for a good time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 91% | 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) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Minimalist Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop minimalist design solutions for various industries, such as interior design, architecture, and product design. - **Natural Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable alternatives and innovative uses of natural materials in industries like construction, furniture, and fashion. - **Secluded Escapes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create unique and immersive experiences in the travel and hospitality industry by designing secluded escapes that blend with nature. ### Who This Affects Most - **Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative interior design solutions with minimalist aesthetics and natural materials, mirroring the Villa Boreale's design approach. - **Architecture:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate minimalist design principles, natural materials, and sustainable practices into the architecture industry, inspired by the Villa Boreale. - **Travel and Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop unique and secluded accommodations that offer guests an immersive experience in nature similar to the Villa Boreale. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tranquil Nature-Centric Cabin Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nortehaus.md) - [Countryside Woodland Cabin Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aralar-cottage.md) - [Log Cabin-Inspired Minimal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restua.md) - [Tranquil Cozy Canadian Cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-rock-cottage.md) - [Timber-Clad Canadian Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-cime.md) - [Nordic-Inspired Alpine Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chalet-bertha.md) - [Dark-Green Minimal Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scalar-architecture.md) - [Contemporary Mountainous Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountainous-home.md) - [Minimalist Stealthy Luxe Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auto-cabin.md)