# Elongated Slab Architecture The Whistling Rock Golf Clubhouse Stands Out from the Surroundings By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-06-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whistling-rock-golf-clubhouse References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/whistling-rock-golf-clubhouse-korea-mecanoo-06-02-2014/) & [mecanoo.nl](http://www.mecanoo.nl/) The Whistling Rock [Golf Clubhouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muni-indoor-golf-club) certainly does not blend in with the natural surroundings of the building. The design was completed by [Mecanoo Architecten](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-history-museum-abu-dhab) firm, and the clubhouse is located in South Korea. The clubhouse is made from two elongated slabs that site above and below the main section of the building. Glass then wraps around these two concrete sections, allowing people inside to take in the impressive views. Indeed, the structure does not mimic the sloping mountains or resemble the landscape in any way, making it visible from a ways away. Many architectural designs these days take inspiration from this natural landscape, but clearly Mecanoo decided to go against this common method and build something that would stand out. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/whistling-rock-golf-clubhouse-korea-mecanoo-06-02-2014/), [mecanoo.nl](http://www.mecanoo.nl/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## 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 - **Elongated Slab Architecture:** The use of elongated slab architecture creates visually striking and unique buildings that stand out from their surroundings. - **Non-conformist Design:** Non-conformist architectural designs challenge traditional norms and create disruptive innovation opportunities in the industry. - **Contrast with Natural Landscape:** Designing buildings that intentionally contrast with the natural landscape offers a fresh perspective on architecture and opens up new possibilities for disruptive innovation. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can leverage elongated slab designs to create distinctive and memorable buildings that redefine the built environment. - **Construction:** The construction industry has an opportunity to develop new techniques and materials to support the implementation of non-conformist design principles in building projects. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** The tourism and hospitality industry can benefit from incorporating contrasting architectural designs into hotels, resorts, and other venues to offer guests unique and memorable experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Architectural Community Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-clubhouse.md) - [Modern Concrete Community Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoji-gangneung.md) - [Hillside Concrete Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-house-1.md) - [Forest Edge Clubhouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magarigawa-club-clubhouse.md) - [Steel Pavilion Sports Clubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocol-sports-club.md) - [Stone-Like Discreet Glass Viewpoints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drifting-stones.md) - [Chilean Hillside Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-three-heights.md) - [Wooden Screened Cantilevered Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elbow-house.md) - [Residential Mountain Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avber-house.md)