The waterfront house designed by Greg Shand Architects is appropriately named Nautical Lines. Not only does this reference the area that it is built in Singapore, it also highlights the stunning silhouette of the home. Dramatically curved, it brings to mind the shape of a luxury yacht or even an abstract wave, both images of which are part of the larger waterfront house theme.
Yet the sloping shape of the waterfront house's roof is more practical than one would first assume. It is meant to provide some much needed shade from the hot Eastern and Western sun. An eco-friendly design, the Nautical Lines waterfront house is made using recycled teak, reminiscent of a boat hull, while also allowing a lot of bright natural light and cool sea breezes to leak in.
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Trend Themes
1. Waterfront Housing Design - There's an opportunity for architects to design more affordable, eco-friendly waterfront homes geared towards individuals and families who desire luxury living; this can be achieved through the innovative use of recycled materials and the adoption of eco-friendly designs that cater to the specific needs of the region they're built in.
2. Curved Roof Design - There's an opportunity for architects to explore designing homes with curved roofs, as these not only create a stunning silhouette but provide practical benefits like allowing natural light and air to flow in, while still offering adequate shading against the scorching sun. This would be especially attractive to those who desire luxury living.
3. Eco-friendly Materials - There's an opportunity for the industry to explore the use of more eco-friendly materials in construction work, particularly for waterfront homes, which will attract buyers who desire both luxurious homes and to live in harmony with nature.
Industry Implications
1. Architectural Design - Architects have the opportunity to create innovative waterfront houses that provide luxury living while taking into account the practical needs of the region the homes are built, adopt eco-friendly designs and materials that reduce the environmental footprint of the homes.
2. Real Estate Development - Real estate developers have the opportunity to embark on developing eco-friendly waterfront properties that cater to the housing needs of individuals and families who desire luxury living and also want to live in harmony with nature.
3. Construction - Opportunity exists for the construction industry to adopt innovative construction techniques that minimize waste and take into account the specific conditions and materials unique to the locations of waterfront houses being built.