Located at Følle Strand in Rønde, Denmark, the Strandvejen 35 project is a tiny summer house designed by Jesper Kusk Arkitekter, completed in 2023. The structure is a modern, yet respectful interpretation of the area's traditional fisherman's cabins, and it was created with an ethos of high quality and ingenuity within a compact 46-square-meter footprint. To maximize the small space, the design features three wood-clad, gabled volumes arranged in an offset layout, which allows the home to accommodate up to seven people.

The design prioritizes a connection with the surrounding nature and a sense of spaciousness despite its modest size. Expansive glazing and strategically placed skylights draw daylight deep into the interior, while large windows frame views of the scenic Kalø Bay. To blur the line between indoor and outdoor living, the architect incorporated features like built-in benches and sofas, which create intimate zones for experiencing the natural environment even during less-than-ideal weather. High ceilings in every room also contribute to an illusion of greater volume by providing ample cubic meters of air within the home. Further enhancing the functionality of the compact design, sliding doors are used between the building volumes to flexibly divide the interior spaces, allowing for an adaptable flow that can accommodate family togetherness or quiet solitude.

The primary material used is wood, a renewable and easily workable resource. The facades and roof are clad in Danish oak, which harmonizes with the coastal setting. The project's commitment to low emissions was confirmed by a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) calculation conducted by engineers, which placed the construction within Denmark's voluntary low-emission category.

Credits

Architect: Jesper Kusk Arkitekter

Engineer: Artelia

Engineering collaborator: Peter Hesselholt (Artelia)

Construction: MALA

Photography: Hampus Berndtson

Material Supplier (Oak floors): Dinesen

Material Supplier (Oak facade): Bregentved

Material Supplier (Plywood panels): IN SIGN

Material Supplier (Oak windows and doors): Krone Vinduer A/S

Material Supplier (Lava tiles): Made a mano