# Star-Shaped Housing Yazgan Design Creates the White House in Turkey By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-04-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yazgan-design References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/yazgan-design-architecture-white-house-turkey-04-21-2014/) & [yazgandesign](http://yazgandesign.com/en/projects/function) Located in Turkey, the '[White House](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-rock-cottage)' by Yazgan Design architecture firm is builtin the shape of a star. Four sections jut out from around the house, giving it this star-like outline, and also allowing for a [central focal point within the abode](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-atrium-house). Due to this design, all rooms must lead from and to the central area. This outline is done on purpose to add to the seamless flow of the house, allowing people to move in and out with ease. Another positive feature of this house is the large wrap-around balcony area at the top. With the four arms reaching out around the abode, this creates extra space above where the rooms are. Yazgan Design decided to make this into an extensive outdoor patio space, perfect for relaxing in the warm weather. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/yazgan-design-architecture-white-house-turkey-04-21-2014/), [yazgandesign](http://yazgandesign.com/en/projects/function) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - 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 - **Star-shaped Architecture:** Designing buildings in unconventional shapes, like that of stars, creates unique and visually striking structures. - **Centralized Living Spaces:** Creating a central focal point in living spaces fosters a seamless flow and convenient access to all rooms. - **Expansive Outdoor Areas:** Utilizing the space above the main structure to create large outdoor patios adds extra leisure and relaxation areas. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** Architects can explore innovative designs and incorporate unique shapes to create visually appealing buildings. - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can utilize centralized living spaces to create functional and convenient homes for residents. - **Hospitality:** Hotel and resort designers can incorporate expansive outdoor areas to provide guests with luxurious leisure spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Y-Shaped Glazed Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-y-house.md) - [Compact White-Painted Modern Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whitepainted-modern-home.md) - [Contrasting Facade Panoramic Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-face-house.md) - [Geometric Structural Dynamic Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pentagone-house.md) - [Chic Curved Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curved-house1.md) - [White Fabric-Style Facade Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyori.md) - [Panoramic Scenic Dreamy Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-sozopol.md) - [Rectangular Golden Shimmering Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golde-house.md) - [Blocky Courtyard Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-courtyards.md)