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Rubber-Covered Abodes

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Just K House Keeps it Simple With its Interior & Exterior

— August 23, 2011 — Art & Design
If the thought of a rubber-covered house doen’t already have your interest piqued, then these images of the Just K House by the architecture firm ‘Architekten Martenson und Nagel Theissen’ is sure to do it. The gray exterior of this stunning abode is a stark contrast to the predominantly timbered interior, providing for a juxtaposition that is eye-catching and interesting.

The Just K House has a whopping five floors, which certainly satisfies the two adults and four kids who live there. A simple look at the Just K House undoubtedly screams contemporary and cool.

Implications - As opposed to buying expensive, expansive plots of land, many consumers are now opting for smaller spaces where they can build upwards as opposed to outwards. This cost-effective decision represents the overall consumer desire for multi-functional products that allow them all the features of individual projects all incorporated into one.
Trend Themes
1. Vertical Homes - Consumers are opting for smaller spaces where they can build upwards as opposed to outwards, creating disruptive opportunities for companies that can design and build efficient vertical homes.
2. Rubber Architecture - The use of rubber as a building material presents a unique and eye-catching design aesthetic, offering opportunities for companies to explore innovative ways to incorporate sustainable and cost-effective materials into their architectural designs.
3. Juxtaposition Design - The use of contrasting materials and design elements such as timber interiors and rubber exteriors in home design presents an opportunity for companies to create unique and visually appealing homes that stand out on the market.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects and designers can explore the use of sustainable and cost-effective materials like rubber in their designs while also creating innovative multi-functional vertical homes to meet changing consumer demands.
2. Real Estate - Real estate developers can leverage the increasing demand for affordable and space-efficient homes by exploring the construction of vertically-designed homes that utilize small plots of land.
3. Home Decor - Home decor companies can tap into the growing trend of juxtaposition design in home interiors, offering furniture and design elements that mix contrasting materials and styles to create a unique and personalized space for homeowners.
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