The Plastic House from Architecture Republic Dares Passersby to Throw Stones
Allison Love — August 3, 2010 — Eco
References: designboom & notcot.org
The Plastic House is a transparent home by Architecture Republic located in Dublin, Ireland. The Plastic House was created to expand the living space and add more dimension to the house on a renovation.
It is made out of polycarbonate and steel, and is designed to open up the interior to add an airy feeling. The inside of the house is truly beautiful; the plastic adds a clean, fresh aesthetic.
Photo Credits: Designboom
It is made out of polycarbonate and steel, and is designed to open up the interior to add an airy feeling. The inside of the house is truly beautiful; the plastic adds a clean, fresh aesthetic.
Photo Credits: Designboom
Trend Themes
1. Transparent Architecture - The trend of transparent architecture allows for unique designs that blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces, presenting opportunities for innovative material and structural solutions.
2. Expanded Living Spaces - The trend of expanding living spaces through renovation or unconventional design offers opportunities for creating more functional and versatile homes, driving the need for adaptable and modular furniture solutions.
3. Clean Aesthetic - The trend of clean aesthetics in architecture emphasizes minimalism, simplicity, and the use of clean materials, presenting opportunities for eco-friendly and sustainable building practices.
Industry Implications
1. Architectural Design - The architectural design industry can leverage the trend of transparent architecture to create innovative and visually striking buildings that enhance the connection between inside and outside spaces.
2. Renovation and Remodeling - The renovation and remodeling industry can capitalize on the trend of expanded living spaces by offering creative solutions to maximize space utilization and create unique, personalized living environments.
3. Furniture and Interior Design - The furniture and interior design industry can cater to the trend of clean aesthetics by offering sustainable and minimalist furniture options that complement the modern and fresh design approach.
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