ART | Sculpture | The Fractile tile series designed for Casalgrande Padana combines state-of-the-art technology with legendary Italian ceramic technique to produce a revolutionary material. The geometric tile not only creates an expressive pattern that can be applied to a variety of surfaces, it also possesses surprising sustainable properties. The technology of Bios Self Cleaning ceramics allows the slabs to be self-cleaning and also reduces environmental pollution by purifying the air. | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9756fd_1d746b8ddb7747bfb507a19dc348dd36~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_2280,h_1167,al_c,q_90/FRACTILE.jpg Please Wait FRACTILE1.jpg FRACTILE2.jpg FRACTILE3.jpg 1/3 0 Product 3.3K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Fractile Via Statale, 73, 42013 Casalgrande, RE, Italy Architects: Daniel Libeskind Studio Daniel Libeskind Studio Architecture Office United States Area: Year: City: Client: - 2013 Casalgrande Casalgrande Padana Construction: - Category: ART Project Type: Sculpture Post Type: Building Country: Italy Photographers: the architects Description: The Fractile tile series designed for Casalgrande Padana combines state-of-the-art technology with legendary Italian ceramic technique to produce a revolutionary material. The geometric tile not only creates an expressive pattern that can be applied to a variety of surfaces, it also possesses surprising sustainable properties. The technology of Bios Self Cleaning ceramics allows the slabs to be self-cleaning and also reduces environmental pollution by purifying the air. Published on September 27, 2023 by: Premium Member Civil Engineer Rosa Garcia View all Images +8 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... First & Last Name Profession E-mail Instagram (Optional) Website (Optional) Log in Share as guest Share Share Comments 0 Newest Popular Upvoted Daniel Libeskind Studio More Projects by KURDISTAN MUSEUM3.jpg KURDISTAN MUSEUM.jpg KURDISTAN MUSEUM2.jpg 1/2 Museum KURDISTAN MUSEUM CULTURAL Citadel of Erbil, Erbil, Iraq MILITARY HISTORY MUSEUM1.webp MILITARY HISTORY MUSEUM.webp MILITARY HISTORY MUSEUM9.webp 1/5 Museum Military history museum CULTURAL Olbrichtpl. 2, 01099 Dresden, Germany OUTSIDE LINE.jpg OUTSIDE LINE1.jpg OUTSIDE LINE3.jpg 1/2 Housing Outside line RESIDENTIAL Uozu, Toyama, Japan TANGENT FAÇADE2.jpg TANGENT FAÇADE3.jpg TANGENT FAÇADE4.jpg 1/3 Facade design Tangent façade COMMERCIAL Seoul, South Korea VANKE PAVILION.jpg VANKE PAVILION10.jpg VANKE PAVILION11.jpg 1/4 housing Vanke pavilion RESIDENTIAL Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy CENTRE DE CONGRÈS À MONS9.jpg CENTRE DE CONGRÈS À MONS4.jpg CENTRE DE CONGRÈS À MONS1.jpg 1/3 Congress Center Centre de congrès à mons PUBLIC Av. Mélina Mercouri 9, 7000 Mons, Belgium MAGNET HOUSING MASTER PLAN4.jpg MAGNET HOUSING MASTER PLAN3.jpg MAGNET HOUSING MASTER PLAN.jpg 1/2 Housing development Magnet housing master plan MASTER PLAN Tirana, Albania IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM NORTH.jpg IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM NORTH0.jpg IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM NORTH1.jpg 1/4 Museum Imperial war museum north CULTURAL Trafford Wharf Road, Trafford Park, Stretford, Manchester M17 1AB, United Kingdom Please Wait Fractile Close ...

RESIDENTIAL | Boathouse | On the island of Sokn on Norway's western coast, architect Espen Surnevik transformed a decaying 200-year-old traditional stone naust, or boathouse, into a contemporary vacation home that respects its heritage while providing modern functionality. The project balances endurance with economy, blending old craftsmanship with minimalist interventions. The boathouse, a historic feature of Norwegian coastal culture, was originally built using locally gathered moraine stones. Surnevik's design retains the integrity of the original structure, with local masons repairing and reinforcing the dry-laid stone walls rather than replacing them. A key aspect of the design is the juxtaposition of the ancient stone foundation with a new, contemporary superstructure. This new volume mirrors the traditional local boathouse typology, with a low roof pitch and a lack of overhangs, a feature shaped by the harsh coastal climate. The exterior of the new upper volume is clad in matte black oxidized zinc, a durable material that weathers gracefully over time and stands in quiet contrast to the textured stone base. The interior, built primarily from spruce and pine, offers a simple, warm, and natural atmosphere. The space is guided by clean openings and simple spans, with furniture crafted from the same pine to maintain a consistent aesthetic. The project integrates the functionality of both a working boathouse and a holiday home, honoring the past while meeting contemporary needs. Surnevik's approach highlights a careful and thoughtful dialogue between the pre-existing structure and the modern additions, resulting in a building that is both a reflection of the past and a beacon for the future of coastal architecture. Credits Architect: Espen Surnevik Photography: Rasmus Norlander Location: Sokn, Norway | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_ae8961d8fa6b493fa1b4fdd768e077a3~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_2500,h_2000,al_c,q_90/140.Boat%20House%20by%20Espen%20Surnevik-Rasmus%20Norlander%20(1).jpg Please Wait 140.Boat House by Espen Surnevik-Rasmus Norlander (1).jpg On the island of Sokn on Norway's western coast, architect Espen Surnevik transformed a decaying 200-year-old traditional stone naust, or boathouse, into a contemporary vacation home that respects its heritage while providing modern functionality. The project balances endurance with economy, blending old craftsmanship with minimalist interventions. The boathouse, a historic feature of Norwegian coastal culture, was originally built using locally gathered moraine stones. Surnevik's design retains the integrity of the original structure, with local masons repairing and reinforcing the dry-laid stone walls rather than replacing them. A key aspect of the design is the juxtaposition of the ancient stone foundation with a new, contemporary superstructure. This new volume mirrors the traditional local boathouse typology, with a low roof pitch and a lack of overhangs, a feature shaped by the harsh coastal climate. The exterior of the new upper volume is clad in matte black oxidized zinc, a durable material that weathers gracefully over time and stands in quiet contrast to the textured stone base. The interior, built primarily from spruce and pine, offers a simple, warm, and natural atmosphere. The space is guided by clean openings and simple spans, with furniture crafted from the same pine to maintain a consistent aesthetic. The project integrates the functionality of both a working boathouse and a holiday home, honoring the past while meeting contemporary needs. Surnevik's approach highlights a careful and thoughtful dialogue between the pre-existing structure and the modern additions, resulting in a building that is both a reflection of the past and a beacon for the future of coastal architecture. Credits Architect: Espen Surnevik Photography: Rasmus Norlander Location: Sokn, Norway 140.Boat House by Espen Surnevik-Rasmus Norlander (3).jpg 140.Boat House by Espen Surnevik-Rasmus Norlander (11).jpg 1/6 0 Product 2.9K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Boat House Sokn, Stavanger Municipality, Norway Architects: Espen Surnevik Espen Surnevik Architecture Office Norway Area: Year: City: Client: - 2019 Sokn Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: Boathouse Post Type: Building Country: Norway Photographers: Rasmus Norlander the Architects Description: On the island of Sokn on Norway's western coast, architect Espen Surnevik transformed a decaying 200-year-old traditional stone naust, or boathouse, into a contemporary vacation home that respects its heritage while providing modern functionality. The project balances endurance with economy, blending old craftsmanship with minimalist interventions. The boathouse, a historic feature of Norwegian coastal culture, was originally built using locally gathered moraine stones. Surnevik's design retains the integrity of the original structure, with local masons repairing and reinforcing the dry-laid stone walls rather than replacing them. A key aspect of the design is the juxtaposition of the ancient stone foundation with a new, contemporary superstructure. This new volume mirrors the traditional local boathouse typology, with a low roof pitch and a lack of overhangs, a feature shaped by the harsh coastal climate. The exterior of the new upper volume is clad in matte black oxidized zinc, a durable material that weathers gracefully over time and stands in quiet contrast to the textured stone base. The interior, built primarily from spruce and pine, offers a simple, warm, and natural atmosphere. The space is guided by clean openings and simple spans, with furniture crafted from the same pine to maintain a consistent aesthetic. The project integrates the functionality of both a working boathouse and a holiday home, honoring the past while meeting contemporary needs. Surnevik's approach highlights a careful and thoughtful dialogue between the pre-existing structure and the modern additions, resulting in a building that is both a reflection of the past and a beacon for the future of coastal architecture. Credits Architect: Espen Surnevik Photography: Rasmus Norlander Location: Sokn, Norway Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +18 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... First & Last Name Profession E-mail Instagram (Optional) Website (Optional) Log in Share as guest Share Share Comments 0 Newest Popular Upvoted Espen Surnevik More Projects by Please Wait Boat House Close ...

COMMERCIAL | Office building | The Ilham Tower development brings together a variety of spaces for living and working in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, all within the compact footprint of a 58-storey, 275-metre-high tower – when complete, it will be one of the tallest mixed-use developments in the city. The challenge of designing such a significant new high-rise scheme was to relate to the large, urban scale, as well as in detail – close-up, the façade is rich and finely tuned to shade the interiors and to provide high-quality living spaces. The tower’s geometry is driven by the need for flexible, column-free spaces to accommodate its mixture of functions. Its form is equally shaped by the climate and urban context – the diamond-shaped plan increases the living spaces with views of key city landmarks and the facades tilt away from the morning and evening sun to reduce solar gain. Extending the public realm, the building is set back from the perimeter of the site and poised on a slender base to create a generous, tree-lined plaza that reaches into the atrium. The glazed facades are pulled back to shade the entrances and create an impressive arrival sequence. The tower also features huge, open sky gardens, which are up to 40 metres in height and have uninterrupted city views, made possible by the tower’s innovative, self-bracing diagrid structure. Office floors are located in the lower portion of the tower, centred on a dramatic three-storey atrium, and serviced apartments are above – at ground level, the two functions have individual entrance lobbies on either side of the building. At the very top of the tower are penthouses, oriented to face spectacular views of KL city centre. The stainless steel-clad structure, the geometry of the triangulated glass panels and the shading systems are all integrated to create a powerful, unified form. Following the profile of the structure, shading is provided by diagonal brise-soleil across each façade, oriented in response to the sun’s path to protect the interiors from solar heat gain, and glare is reduced by an opaque frit on the high-performance glazing. The structural solution also minimises the material required for construction and therefore the building’s embedded energy, contributing to the project’s target BCA Green Mark Gold Plus rating. | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9756fd_180d1e1534894113b71c70301af867cb~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_2000,h_1124,al_c,q_90/Ilham%20Tower%20(4).jfif Please Wait Ilham Tower (1).jfif Ilham Tower (2).jfif Ilham Tower (3).jfif 1/4 0 Product 3.1K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Ilham Tower Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Architects: Foster + Partners Foster + Partners Architecture Office United Kingdom Area: Year: City: Client: 92,000 m2 2015 Kuala Lumpur Ilham Baru Sdn Bhd Construction: Category: COMMERCIAL Project Type: Office building Post Type: Building Country: Malaysia Photographers: the architects Description: The Ilham Tower development brings together a variety of spaces for living and working in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, all within the compact footprint of a 58-storey, 275-metre-high tower – when complete, it will be one of the tallest mixed-use developments in the city. The challenge of designing such a significant new high-rise scheme was to relate to the large, urban scale, as well as in detail – close-up, the façade is rich and finely tuned to shade the interiors and to provide high-quality living spaces. The tower’s geometry is driven by the need for flexible, column-free spaces to accommodate its mixture of functions. Its form is equally shaped by the climate and urban context – the diamond-shaped plan increases the living spaces with views of key city landmarks and the facades tilt away from the morning and evening sun to reduce solar gain. Extending the public realm, the building is set back from the perimeter of the site and poised on a slender base to create a generous, tree-lined plaza that reaches into the atrium. The glazed facades are pulled back to shade the entrances and create an impressive arrival sequence. The tower also features huge, open sky gardens, which are up to 40 metres in height and have uninterrupted city views, made possible by the tower’s innovative, self-bracing diagrid structure. Office floors are located in the lower portion of the tower, centred on a dramatic three-storey atrium, and serviced apartments are above – at ground level, the two functions have individual entrance lobbies on either side of the building. At the very top of the tower are penthouses, oriented to face spectacular views of KL city centre. The stainless steel-clad structure, the geometry of the triangulated glass panels and the shading systems are all integrated to create a powerful, unified form. Following the profile of the structure, shading is provided by diagonal brise-soleil across each façade, oriented in response to the sun’s path to protect the interiors from solar heat gain, and glare is reduced by an opaque frit on the high-performance glazing. The structural solution also minimises the material required for construction and therefore the building’s embedded energy, contributing to the project’s target BCA Green Mark Gold Plus rating. Published on October 1, 2023 by: Premium Member Photographer Anna Salonen View all Images +11 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... 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RESIDENTIAL | House | The Single-Family Home in Rodersdorf is a minimal, prefabricated timber-frame house located in the Swiss municipality of Rodersdorf. Designed by Berrel Berrel Kräutler Architekten, the 172-square-meter home was completed in 2016 and is perched on a southwestern slope with views over the Alsatian countryside. The architectural design is based on a contrast between a simple, unassuming exterior and a dynamic, sculptural interior. The cubature of the detached house adheres to local building code specifications, featuring a gabled roof that is reinterpreted in a contemporary way. The material palette is designed to weather naturally over time, with the roof and shorter facades clad in a copper-titanium-zinc alloy, and the long sides finished with rhythmic wooden slats. To maximize the use of the sloped plot, the interior is divided into four distinct split levels that flow into one another. This creates an open, loft-like experience despite the modest footprint of the house. A key feature of the interior is a suspended wooden shell that contains the two upper floors and houses the bedroom, study, and bathroom. This creates a double-height central space below, which serves as the heart of the home. Throughout the interior, precise carpentry work creates seamless connections between spaces. Storage units and minimalist stairs are integrated flush into walls and surfaces, creating an abstract and uncluttered living environment. The prefabricated timber frame and other materials were chosen for their durability and how they would respond to the environment over time. The ground floor includes the entrance, kitchen, dining area, and living room, which are connected visually and spatially. The two upper levels in the suspended wooden shell contain the private quarters, and the lower cellar and storage rooms are tucked into the slope. Narrow skylight slits in the roof and along the integrated shell, combined with a large window in the double-height space, flood the interior with natural light. Project credits Architects: Berrel Berrel Kräutler Architekten Location: Rodersdorf, Switzerland Project Year: 2016 Photography: Eik Frenzel Manufacturers and Contractors: PM Holzbau Mangold AG (timber construction), Bruno Hügli AG (tinsmith), SM Schreinerei (carpenter). | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_f001caaea1f944aa9106ac6ca694053a~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_2880,h_1920,al_c,q_90/56.Single-family%20home-Berrel%20Kr%C3%A4utler-Eik%20Frenzel%20(1).jpg Please Wait 56.Single-family home-Berrel Kräutler-Eik Frenzel (1).jpg The Single-Family Home in Rodersdorf is a minimal, prefabricated timber-frame house located in the Swiss municipality of Rodersdorf. Designed by Berrel Berrel Kräutler Architekten, the 172-square-meter home was completed in 2016 and is perched on a southwestern slope with views over the Alsatian countryside. The architectural design is based on a contrast between a simple, unassuming exterior and a dynamic, sculptural interior. The cubature of the detached house adheres to local building code specifications, featuring a gabled roof that is reinterpreted in a contemporary way. The material palette is designed to weather naturally over time, with the roof and shorter facades clad in a copper-titanium-zinc alloy, and the long sides finished with rhythmic wooden slats. To maximize the use of the sloped plot, the interior is divided into four distinct split levels that flow into one another. This creates an open, loft-like experience despite the modest footprint of the house. A key feature of the interior is a suspended wooden shell that contains the two upper floors and houses the bedroom, study, and bathroom. This creates a double-height central space below, which serves as the heart of the home. Throughout the interior, precise carpentry work creates seamless connections between spaces. Storage units and minimalist stairs are integrated flush into walls and surfaces, creating an abstract and uncluttered living environment. The prefabricated timber frame and other materials were chosen for their durability and how they would respond to the environment over time. The ground floor includes the entrance, kitchen, dining area, and living room, which are connected visually and spatially. The two upper levels in the suspended wooden shell contain the private quarters, and the lower cellar and storage rooms are tucked into the slope. Narrow skylight slits in the roof and along the integrated shell, combined with a large window in the double-height space, flood the interior with natural light. Project credits Architects: Berrel Berrel Kräutler Architekten Location: Rodersdorf, Switzerland Project Year: 2016 Photography: Eik Frenzel Manufacturers and Contractors: PM Holzbau Mangold AG (timber construction), Bruno Hügli AG (tinsmith), SM Schreinerei (carpenter). 56.Single-family home-Berrel Kräutler-Eik Frenzel (2).jpg 56.Single-family home-Berrel Kräutler-Eik Frenzel (17).jpg 1/4 0 Product 2.7K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Home in Rodersdorf 4118 Rodersdorf, Switzerland Architects: Berrel Kräutler Architekten Berrel Kräutler Architecture Office Switzerland Area: Year: City: Client: 172 m² 2016 Rodersdorf Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: Switzerland Photographers: Eik Frenzel the Architects Description: The Single-Family Home in Rodersdorf is a minimal, prefabricated timber-frame house located in the Swiss municipality of Rodersdorf. Designed by Berrel Berrel Kräutler Architekten, the 172-square-meter home was completed in 2016 and is perched on a southwestern slope with views over the Alsatian countryside. The architectural design is based on a contrast between a simple, unassuming exterior and a dynamic, sculptural interior. The cubature of the detached house adheres to local building code specifications, featuring a gabled roof that is reinterpreted in a contemporary way. The material palette is designed to weather naturally over time, with the roof and shorter facades clad in a copper-titanium-zinc alloy, and the long sides finished with rhythmic wooden slats. To maximize the use of the sloped plot, the interior is divided into four distinct split levels that flow into one another. This creates an open, loft-like experience despite the modest footprint of the house. A key feature of the interior is a suspended wooden shell that contains the two upper floors and houses the bedroom, study, and bathroom. This creates a double-height central space below, which serves as the heart of the home. Throughout the interior, precise carpentry work creates seamless connections between spaces. Storage units and minimalist stairs are integrated flush into walls and surfaces, creating an abstract and uncluttered living environment. The prefabricated timber frame and other materials were chosen for their durability and how they would respond to the environment over time. The ground floor includes the entrance, kitchen, dining area, and living room, which are connected visually and spatially. The two upper levels in the suspended wooden shell contain the private quarters, and the lower cellar and storage rooms are tucked into the slope. Narrow skylight slits in the roof and along the integrated shell, combined with a large window in the double-height space, flood the interior with natural light. Project credits Architects: Berrel Berrel Kräutler Architekten Location: Rodersdorf, Switzerland Project Year: 2016 Photography: Eik Frenzel Manufacturers and Contractors: PM Holzbau Mangold AG (timber construction), Bruno Hügli AG (tinsmith), SM Schreinerei (carpenter). Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +12 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... First & Last Name Profession E-mail Instagram (Optional) Website (Optional) Log in Share as guest Share Share Comments 0 Newest Popular Upvoted Berrel Kräutler Architekten More Projects by Please Wait Home in Rodersdorf Close ...

RESIDENTIAL | Cabin | Built for Wally Farms, an experimental farming incubator in upstate New York, the Hempcret & Timber Guesthouses were designed by Brooklyn-based urban designer Kaja Kühl and architect-of-record Roger Cardinal and completed in 2023. The project consists of a pair of micro-cabins, each measuring 400 square feet, which were conceived as prototypes for low-embodied carbon construction and are used to house guests. The design reinterprets vernacular US farmworker houses and cabins, featuring simple rectangular forms, pitched roofs, and generous covered porches that extend the living space outdoors. The guesthouses were constructed with prefabricated, off-site components to minimize their environmental impact, which aligns with Kühl's research into regenerative and climate-positive building practices. The primary material is a timber frame and prefabricated hempcrete bricks, an insulating biomaterial made from the woody core of the hemp plant mixed with lime. The use of hempcrete, which stores carbon, contributes to the project's negative carbon footprint, making it a "climate-positive" dwelling. In addition to the hempcrete, the design incorporates passive house principles, including large south-facing windows and doors to maximize solar gain and local well water. The homes are situated in a forest clearing under mature trees for natural shade and are visually similar but not identical. Each cabin features a spacious deck and sliding glass doors that open to the outside, creating a seamless connection with the natural surroundings. The interiors exude a simple, natural aesthetic with deliberate details that highlight the materials. The energy-efficient design relies on electricity from a nearby solar array, further reducing the homes' operational carbon footprint. Credits Urban Designer: Kaja Kühl (Youarethecity) Architect of Record: Roger Cardinal Owner: Wally Farms Architecture Studio: Coexist (collaborator) Photography: Laszlo Kovacs, Kaja Kühl | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_03d871551f5644f88d4e322664f96bc7~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_747,h_425,al_c,q_80/224.Hempcret%20%26%20Timber%20Guesthouses%20by%20Kaja%20K%C3%BChl-Laszlo%20Kovacs%2CKaja%20K%C3%BChl%20(1).jpg Please Wait 224.Hempcret & Timber Guesthouses by Kaja Kühl-Laszlo Kovacs,Kaja Kühl (1).jpg Built for Wally Farms, an experimental farming incubator in upstate New York, the Hempcret & Timber Guesthouses were designed by Brooklyn-based urban designer Kaja Kühl and architect-of-record Roger Cardinal and completed in 2023. The project consists of a pair of micro-cabins, each measuring 400 square feet, which were conceived as prototypes for low-embodied carbon construction and are used to house guests. The design reinterprets vernacular US farmworker houses and cabins, featuring simple rectangular forms, pitched roofs, and generous covered porches that extend the living space outdoors. The guesthouses were constructed with prefabricated, off-site components to minimize their environmental impact, which aligns with Kühl's research into regenerative and climate-positive building practices. The primary material is a timber frame and prefabricated hempcrete bricks, an insulating biomaterial made from the woody core of the hemp plant mixed with lime. The use of hempcrete, which stores carbon, contributes to the project's negative carbon footprint, making it a "climate-positive" dwelling. In addition to the hempcrete, the design incorporates passive house principles, including large south-facing windows and doors to maximize solar gain and local well water. The homes are situated in a forest clearing under mature trees for natural shade and are visually similar but not identical. Each cabin features a spacious deck and sliding glass doors that open to the outside, creating a seamless connection with the natural surroundings. The interiors exude a simple, natural aesthetic with deliberate details that highlight the materials. The energy-efficient design relies on electricity from a nearby solar array, further reducing the homes' operational carbon footprint. Credits Urban Designer: Kaja Kühl (Youarethecity) Architect of Record: Roger Cardinal Owner: Wally Farms Architecture Studio: Coexist (collaborator) Photography: Laszlo Kovacs, Kaja Kühl 224.Hempcret & Timber Guesthouses by Kaja Kühl-Laszlo Kovacs,Kaja Kühl (7).jpg 224.Hempcret & Timber Guesthouses by Kaja Kühl-Laszlo Kovacs,Kaja Kühl (2).jpg 1/5 0 Product 1.4K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Hempcrete and Timber Guesthouses Upstate New York, NY, USA Architects: Kaja Kühl Kaja Kühl Architecture Office United States Area: Year: City: Client: 37 m² 2023 Upstate New York Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: Cabin Post Type: Building Country: United States Photographers: Laszlo Kovacs, Kaja Kühl the Architects Description: Built for Wally Farms, an experimental farming incubator in upstate New York, the Hempcret & Timber Guesthouses were designed by Brooklyn-based urban designer Kaja Kühl and architect-of-record Roger Cardinal and completed in 2023. The project consists of a pair of micro-cabins, each measuring 400 square feet, which were conceived as prototypes for low-embodied carbon construction and are used to house guests. The design reinterprets vernacular US farmworker houses and cabins, featuring simple rectangular forms, pitched roofs, and generous covered porches that extend the living space outdoors. The guesthouses were constructed with prefabricated, off-site components to minimize their environmental impact, which aligns with Kühl's research into regenerative and climate-positive building practices. The primary material is a timber frame and prefabricated hempcrete bricks, an insulating biomaterial made from the woody core of the hemp plant mixed with lime. The use of hempcrete, which stores carbon, contributes to the project's negative carbon footprint, making it a "climate-positive" dwelling. In addition to the hempcrete, the design incorporates passive house principles, including large south-facing windows and doors to maximize solar gain and local well water. The homes are situated in a forest clearing under mature trees for natural shade and are visually similar but not identical. Each cabin features a spacious deck and sliding glass doors that open to the outside, creating a seamless connection with the natural surroundings. The interiors exude a simple, natural aesthetic with deliberate details that highlight the materials. The energy-efficient design relies on electricity from a nearby solar array, further reducing the homes' operational carbon footprint. Credits Urban Designer: Kaja Kühl (Youarethecity) Architect of Record: Roger Cardinal Owner: Wally Farms Architecture Studio: Coexist (collaborator) Photography: Laszlo Kovacs, Kaja Kühl Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +13 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... First & Last Name Profession E-mail Instagram (Optional) Website (Optional) Log in Share as guest Share Share Comments 0 Newest Popular Upvoted Kaja Kühl More Projects by Please Wait Hempcrete and Timber Guesthouses Close ...

RESIDENTIAL | Annex | The Karaka Tower, designed by New Zealand-based ARÊTE Architects, is a nine-square-meter prefabricated timber annex that acts as a secluded extension to an existing 1970s home. Situated on a steep, heavily vegetated hillside in Eastbourne, Wellington, the tower provides a new bedroom and art studio for a growing family. The design is celebrated for its innovation in overcoming a difficult site and its intimate connection with the native bush. The project's architectural concept was heavily influenced by its challenging location, which was only accessible by foot. The modular construction and use of a helicopter to lift the prefabricated components onto the site in a single day minimized disruption to the neighbors and the delicate environment. The tower is clad in untreated stringybark eucalyptus, chosen for its hard-wearing properties and its ability to weather and grey over time, blending harmoniously with the surrounding tree trunks. In contrast to the rugged exterior, the interior is warm and inviting. The exposed cypress wood frame is a key design feature, evocative of a "childhood treehouse". The joinery is dominated by pine and cypress, waxed with beeswax sourced from the site. A polycarbonate and cypress wood corridor links the tower to the main house, resembling a treehouse bridge and filtering daylight softly into the interior. Rooftop terrace: A roof garden sits atop the tower, providing a rare flat surface on the steep site and offering sweeping views of the harbor. The compact design features a mezzanine bedroom on the ground level, while an art studio occupies the top floor, with large sliding windows that provide stunning views of Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington Harbour). Awards and recognition The innovative and context-sensitive design of the Karaka Tower has garnered international recognition: ICONIC AWARDS 2025: Winner in the architecture category. Dezeen Awards 2024: Shortlisted in the House Renovation category. Credits Architects: ARÊTE Architects Studio Founder: Sam Brown Fabrication: Makers Fabrication Photography: Thomas Seear-Budd Client: Nick Jensen Roofing: Viking Roofspec | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_6cfb3aeb992b4f75b9c863dea78a9f7f~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_2048,h_1365,al_c,q_90/The%20Karaka%20Tower%20by%20AR%C3%8ATE%20Architects-Thomas%20Seear-Budd%20(1).jpg 1/0 Private Public Pin Pin 0 x Appreciators 0 3D models Product 2.1K Views 0 Appreciated Appreciate Please login to appreciate Karaka Tower Eastbourne, Lower Hutt 5013, New Zealand aretearchitects.co.nz Source: Published on Sep 12, 2025 by: Architectural Designer Micro Homes Premium Member More Buildings from New Zealand Facts: Up Up Architecture Office ARÊTE Architects New Zealand Category: RESIDENTIAL Annex Project Type: Post Type: Building Country: New Zealand Thomas Seear-Budd Photographers: Architects: ARÊTE Architects Area: 9 m² Year: 2024 City: Eastbourne Construction: Makers Fabrication Client Description: the Architects Text description by The Karaka Tower, designed by New Zealand-based ARÊTE Architects, is a nine-square-meter prefabricated timber annex that acts as a secluded extension to an existing 1970s home. Situated on a steep, heavily vegetated hillside in Eastbourne, Wellington, the tower provides a new bedroom and art studio for a growing family. The design is celebrated for its innovation in overcoming a difficult site and its intimate connection with the native bush. The project's architectural concept was heavily influenced by its challenging location, which was only accessible by foot. The modular construction and use of a helicopter to lift the prefabricated components onto the site in a single day minimized disruption to the neighbors and the delicate environment. The tower is clad in untreated stringybark eucalyptus, chosen for its hard-wearing properties and its ability to weather and grey over time, blending harmoniously with the surrounding tree trunks. In contrast to the rugged exterior, the interior is warm and inviting. The exposed cypress wood frame is a key design feature, evocative of a "childhood treehouse". The joinery is dominated by pine and cypress, waxed with beeswax sourced from the site. A polycarbonate and cypress wood corridor links the tower to the main house, resembling a treehouse bridge and filtering daylight softly into the interior. Rooftop terrace: A roof garden sits atop the tower, providing a rare flat surface on the steep site and offering sweeping views of the harbor. The compact design features a mezzanine bedroom on the ground level, while an art studio occupies the top floor, with large sliding windows that provide stunning views of Te Whanganui-a-Tara (Wellington Harbour). Awards and recognition The innovative and context-sensitive design of the Karaka Tower has garnered international recognition: ICONIC AWARDS 2025: Winner in the architecture category. Dezeen Awards 2024: Shortlisted in the House Renovation category. 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HOSPITALITY | House | Completed in 2021, The Beacon is a 200-square-meter hospitality building located on the rural Unbound estate on the outskirts of Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Designed by Studio Appelo, the project is a modern interpretation of a traditional rural building, created to serve as a versatile gathering space for guests. The design is notable for its combination of traditional techniques, such as the use of trusses, with modern, prefabricated elements, including the walls and roof. This approach results in an aesthetic of authentic craftsmanship while significantly reducing construction time, costs, and environmental impact. The exterior is constructed from local, clay-based raw Oberon bricks and unfinished, native spruce, which helps the building integrate organically with its natural environment. The interior and exterior are connected by two large, barn door-style shutters that can completely open or close the huge windows. When fully open, the shutters align perfectly with the walls, blurring the line between inside and out. This connection is enhanced by the use of brick flooring that extends from the masonry steps outside into the interior. Inside, a fireplace acts as a central focal point, creating a powerful backdrop for the variety of activities the space can host. The structure was designed to be easily imagined as a stage for performances or other events. Credits Architects: Studio Appelo Lead Architect: Renée Appelo Landscape Architect: Felixx Landscape Architects & Planners Photographers: Lars Goossens, Peter Mann Contractor: Prefabline Manufacturers: Fairwooth, Van den Moortel | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_4f51de2ae52d4f62b242868d046a4fb1~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_800,h_611,al_c,q_85/379.The%20Beacon%20by%20studio%20appelo-Lars%20Goossens%2C%20Peter%20Mann%20(1).jpg Please Wait 379.The Beacon by studio appelo-Lars Goossens, Peter Mann (1).jpg 379.The Beacon by studio appelo-Lars Goossens, Peter Mann (2).jpg 379.The Beacon by studio appelo-Lars Goossens, Peter Mann (4).jpg 1/5 0 Product 1.4K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in The Beacon Amsterdam, Netherlands Architects: studio appelo studio appelo Architecture Office Netherlands Area: Year: City: Client: 200 m² 2021 Amsterdam Construction: Prefabline Category: HOSPITALITY Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: Netherlands Photographers: Lars Goossens, Peter Mann the Architects Description: Completed in 2021, The Beacon is a 200-square-meter hospitality building located on the rural Unbound estate on the outskirts of Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Designed by Studio Appelo, the project is a modern interpretation of a traditional rural building, created to serve as a versatile gathering space for guests. The design is notable for its combination of traditional techniques, such as the use of trusses, with modern, prefabricated elements, including the walls and roof. This approach results in an aesthetic of authentic craftsmanship while significantly reducing construction time, costs, and environmental impact. The exterior is constructed from local, clay-based raw Oberon bricks and unfinished, native spruce, which helps the building integrate organically with its natural environment. The interior and exterior are connected by two large, barn door-style shutters that can completely open or close the huge windows. When fully open, the shutters align perfectly with the walls, blurring the line between inside and out. This connection is enhanced by the use of brick flooring that extends from the masonry steps outside into the interior. Inside, a fireplace acts as a central focal point, creating a powerful backdrop for the variety of activities the space can host. The structure was designed to be easily imagined as a stage for performances or other events. Credits Architects: Studio Appelo Lead Architect: Renée Appelo Landscape Architect: Felixx Landscape Architects & Planners Photographers: Lars Goossens, Peter Mann Contractor: Prefabline Manufacturers: Fairwooth, Van den Moortel Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +14 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... First & Last Name Profession E-mail Instagram (Optional) Website (Optional) Log in Share as guest Share Share Comments 0 Newest Popular Upvoted studio appelo More Projects by Please Wait The Beacon Close ...

RESIDENTIAL | House | Rural House #01 by Cristobal Vial Arquitectos is a 60-square-meter holiday home completed in 2020 near Matanzas, Chile. The modest, modular, and solar-powered structure is positioned on a hilly, forested terrain to capture distant views of the Pacific Ocean and optimize passive solar gains. The house is organized into three separate volumes connected by a central circulation space. This longitudinal layout follows the slope of the site, with "cuts" between the volumes allowing for north-south sightlines across the property. The three modules accommodate distinct programmatic functions: Public area: Contains the open-plan living room, kitchen, and dining area. Children's private area: Houses the children's bedrooms. Adults' private area: Contains the master bedroom. A west-facing terrace runs along the length of the house, providing a direct connection to the outdoors from all three modules. A broken gable roof structure envelops the three volumes, creating a unified form that dialogues with the existing terrain. The entire structure is made of dimensioned wood, with composite pillars, beams, and trusses left exposed to serve as the building's final expression. Partitions are constructed from Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), which offer high thermal performance. The exterior is clad in a rough horizontal shed siding. The walls and ceilings are finished with slotted plywood. The butterfly roof is equipped with photovoltaic panels, which supply all the electrical needs for the house. Elevated foundations minimize disturbance to the natural ground. The home's orientation and modular layout are designed to maximize sunlight and ventilation throughout the year. Project team and credits Architects: Cristobal Vial Arquitectos Lead Architect: Cristobal Vial Decombe Collaborators: Pablo Solís Structural Engineer: Soledad Torres Electrical & MEP: Dinamo Consultores Ltda Photovoltaic Installation: Joaquín Acuña Contractor: Punta Rural Photographs: Cristóbal Vial Decombe | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_4fb339e8ad1942dfaf5f5ca18b351de3~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1494,h_1000,al_c,q_85/83.Rural%20House%2001-Cristobal%20Vial%20Arquitectos%20(1).jpg Please Wait 83.Rural House 01-Cristobal Vial Arquitectos (1).jpg Rural House #01 by Cristobal Vial Arquitectos is a 60-square-meter holiday home completed in 2020 near Matanzas, Chile. The modest, modular, and solar-powered structure is positioned on a hilly, forested terrain to capture distant views of the Pacific Ocean and optimize passive solar gains. The house is organized into three separate volumes connected by a central circulation space. This longitudinal layout follows the slope of the site, with "cuts" between the volumes allowing for north-south sightlines across the property. The three modules accommodate distinct programmatic functions: Public area: Contains the open-plan living room, kitchen, and dining area. Children's private area: Houses the children's bedrooms. Adults' private area: Contains the master bedroom. A west-facing terrace runs along the length of the house, providing a direct connection to the outdoors from all three modules. A broken gable roof structure envelops the three volumes, creating a unified form that dialogues with the existing terrain. The entire structure is made of dimensioned wood, with composite pillars, beams, and trusses left exposed to serve as the building's final expression. Partitions are constructed from Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), which offer high thermal performance. The exterior is clad in a rough horizontal shed siding. The walls and ceilings are finished with slotted plywood. The butterfly roof is equipped with photovoltaic panels, which supply all the electrical needs for the house. Elevated foundations minimize disturbance to the natural ground. The home's orientation and modular layout are designed to maximize sunlight and ventilation throughout the year. Project team and credits Architects: Cristobal Vial Arquitectos Lead Architect: Cristobal Vial Decombe Collaborators: Pablo Solís Structural Engineer: Soledad Torres Electrical & MEP: Dinamo Consultores Ltda Photovoltaic Installation: Joaquín Acuña Contractor: Punta Rural Photographs: Cristóbal Vial Decombe 83.Rural House 01-Cristobal Vial Arquitectos (3).jpg 83.Rural House 01-Cristobal Vial Arquitectos (2).jpg 1/6 0 Product 2.8K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Rural House 01 Navidad, O'Higgins, Chile Architects: Cristobal Vial Arquitectos Cristobal Vial Arquitectos Architecture Office Chile Area: Year: City: Client: 60 m² 2020 Navidad Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: Chile Photographers: Cristóbal Vial the Architects Description: Rural House #01 by Cristobal Vial Arquitectos is a 60-square-meter holiday home completed in 2020 near Matanzas, Chile. The modest, modular, and solar-powered structure is positioned on a hilly, forested terrain to capture distant views of the Pacific Ocean and optimize passive solar gains. The house is organized into three separate volumes connected by a central circulation space. This longitudinal layout follows the slope of the site, with "cuts" between the volumes allowing for north-south sightlines across the property. The three modules accommodate distinct programmatic functions: Public area: Contains the open-plan living room, kitchen, and dining area. Children's private area: Houses the children's bedrooms. Adults' private area: Contains the master bedroom. A west-facing terrace runs along the length of the house, providing a direct connection to the outdoors from all three modules. A broken gable roof structure envelops the three volumes, creating a unified form that dialogues with the existing terrain. The entire structure is made of dimensioned wood, with composite pillars, beams, and trusses left exposed to serve as the building's final expression. Partitions are constructed from Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), which offer high thermal performance. The exterior is clad in a rough horizontal shed siding. The walls and ceilings are finished with slotted plywood. The butterfly roof is equipped with photovoltaic panels, which supply all the electrical needs for the house. Elevated foundations minimize disturbance to the natural ground. The home's orientation and modular layout are designed to maximize sunlight and ventilation throughout the year. Project team and credits Architects: Cristobal Vial Arquitectos Lead Architect: Cristobal Vial Decombe Collaborators: Pablo Solís Structural Engineer: Soledad Torres Electrical & MEP: Dinamo Consultores Ltda Photovoltaic Installation: Joaquín Acuña Contractor: Punta Rural Photographs: Cristóbal Vial Decombe Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +18 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... First & Last Name Profession E-mail Instagram (Optional) Website (Optional) Log in Share as guest Share Share Comments 0 Newest Popular Upvoted Cristobal Vial Arquitectos More Projects by Please Wait Rural House 01 Close ...

RESIDENTIAL | Summer House | The Hytte Portør (Cabin Portør), a summer house and atelier located in Portør, Norway, was completed in 2021 and is a project by Oslo-based firm R21 Arkitekter. Situated by an intimate sea bay, the cabin is a slender, 4-meter-wide and 23.5-meter-long structure built just one meter above sea level. The design is an elegant and minimalist response to its site, which previously housed a boathouse. The structure connects the seashore from east to west, with outdoor spaces integrated directly into the narrow footprint. A central outdoor area serves as a key feature, separating the main living space, the bedrooms, and the atelier. This space, which includes an outdoor kitchen, provides access to both morning and evening sun. For the construction, the architectural team focused on minimalism and affordability. The exterior is clad in untreated spruce, complemented by translucent polycarbonate panels for some of the walls. The interior also features extensive use of spruce, with walls and ceilings painted in colors chosen by the client. The cabin offers two separate bedrooms, with additional sleeping niches built into the communal area. A glass roof is installed over a sleeping niche in the living room, allowing for views of the night sky. The construction was a collaborative effort, with the building being erected by the client and their family. The cabin's final design reflects a careful consideration of its site and a minimalist approach to materials, creating a functional yet intimate retreat by the sea. Credits: Architects: R21 Arkitekter Photography: Ruben Ratkusic | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_ee75ef9654cf4c6488562404e870963c~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1400,h_933,al_c,q_85/337.Hytte%20Port%C3%B8r%20(Cabin%20Port%C3%B8r)%20by%20R21%20Arkitekter-Ruben%20Ratkusic%20(1).jpg Please Wait 337.Hytte Portør (Cabin Portør) by R21 Arkitekter-Ruben Ratkusic (1).jpg 337.Hytte Portør (Cabin Portør) by R21 Arkitekter-Ruben Ratkusic (2).jpg 337.Hytte Portør (Cabin Portør) by R21 Arkitekter-Ruben Ratkusic (3).jpg 1/3 0 Product 1.4K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Hytte Portør (Cabin Portør) Portør, Norway Architects: R21 Arkitekter R21 Arkitekter Architecture Office Norway Area: Year: City: Client: 75 m² 2021 Portør - Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: Summer House Post Type: Building Country: Norway Photographers: Ruben Ratkusic the Architects Description: The Hytte Portør (Cabin Portør), a summer house and atelier located in Portør, Norway, was completed in 2021 and is a project by Oslo-based firm R21 Arkitekter. Situated by an intimate sea bay, the cabin is a slender, 4-meter-wide and 23.5-meter-long structure built just one meter above sea level. The design is an elegant and minimalist response to its site, which previously housed a boathouse. The structure connects the seashore from east to west, with outdoor spaces integrated directly into the narrow footprint. A central outdoor area serves as a key feature, separating the main living space, the bedrooms, and the atelier. This space, which includes an outdoor kitchen, provides access to both morning and evening sun. For the construction, the architectural team focused on minimalism and affordability. The exterior is clad in untreated spruce, complemented by translucent polycarbonate panels for some of the walls. The interior also features extensive use of spruce, with walls and ceilings painted in colors chosen by the client. The cabin offers two separate bedrooms, with additional sleeping niches built into the communal area. A glass roof is installed over a sleeping niche in the living room, allowing for views of the night sky. The construction was a collaborative effort, with the building being erected by the client and their family. The cabin's final design reflects a careful consideration of its site and a minimalist approach to materials, creating a functional yet intimate retreat by the sea. Credits: Architects: R21 Arkitekter Photography: Ruben Ratkusic Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +8 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... First & Last Name Profession E-mail Instagram (Optional) Website (Optional) Log in Share as guest Share Share Comments 0 Newest Popular Upvoted R21 Arkitekter More Projects by Please Wait Hytte Portør (Cabin Portør) Close ...

COMMERCIAL | Office | A new typology of a skyscraper: The hyperboloid cut as a distinctive and unique building characteristic can only be achieved with a completely different kind of skyscraper geometry. The design concept of the ECB was to make a vertical hyperboloid cut through a 185-meter-tall monolithic block, wedge it apart, twist it, and fill the newly created intermediary space with a glass atrium. The result is highly complex geometry and a multifaceted building offering a completely different appearance from each angle: massive and powerful from the South-East, slender and dynamic from the West. The design of the European Central Bank in Frankfurt combines the new iconic double tower with the vast horizontal structure of the Grossmarkthalle, a protected landmark, creating a new urban development focus in Frankfurt’s Ostend district. United by an entrance building, these two elements form an ensemble of special architectural significance. Featuring bridges, pathways and platforms, the glass atrium between the two high-rises creates a “vertical city”. The semi-public and communicative functions are located in the Grossmarkthalle. The atrium – a “vertical city” The atrium with its visible steel support structure occupies nearly the entire height between the office towers. Connecting and transitioning platforms horizontally divide this interstitial space into three sections with heights from 45 to 60 meters. Just like public squares, they invite visitors to communicate while hanging gardens ensure a pleasant indoor climate. Elevators and stairs connect the levels together and to the public areas located in the Grossmarkthalle. The Grossmarkthalle – an “urban foyer” The existing Grossmarkthalle, a former wholesale market built in the 1920s, is used as an “urban foyer”. The conference and visitor center as well as the library and employee cafeteria are placed diagonally in the spacious interior, as independent building structures (a “house within a house” concept). A floating building penetrates the hall from the outside. With its asymmetrical contours, slanted facades and generous windows, it marks the emblematic entrance to the ECB. The so-called “loop”, a glass walkway between the high-rise and the market hall, completes the ensemble. Focus point of a new urban development The ECB’s architecture was carefully attuned to its location in Frankfurt’s Ostend district. With its clear orientation towards the various urban perspectives, the ensemble enters a dialogue with Frankfurt’s main points of reference: the Alte Oper, the Museum Embankment, and the skyline of the financial district. The distinctive tower, in turn, can be seen from all the important parts of the city center and the Main river, thereby marking the development of a new center in the East of Frankfurt. Energy efficiency and sustainability are key factors of the project The sustainable energy concept includes utilization of rainwater, heat recovery, efficient insulation, sun protection, and natural lighting as well as natural ventilation for the offices. The latter takes place via vertical, room-high ventilation elements installed on the triple-layered hybrid façade of the towers, otherwise acting as a shield. Some areas, such as the atrium and open spaces of the Grossmarkthalle, serve as a buffer zone between indoor and outdoor climates. | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9756fd_1697a4a98bea4399b8e70bcbcc2d904c~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1800,h_1200,al_c,q_90/European%20Central%20Bank%20(1).jpg Please Wait European Central Bank (2).jpg European Central Bank (3).jpg European Central Bank (4).jpg 1/4 0 Product 2.7K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in European Central Bank Sonnemannstraße 22, 60314 Frankfurt am Main, Germany Architects: Coop Himmelb(l)au Coop Himmelb(l)au Architecture Office Austria Area: Year: City: Client: 185,000 m² 2015 Frankfurt European Central Bank Construction: Category: COMMERCIAL Project Type: Office Post Type: Building Country: Germany Photographers: Paul Raftery the architects Description: A new typology of a skyscraper: The hyperboloid cut as a distinctive and unique building characteristic can only be achieved with a completely different kind of skyscraper geometry. The design concept of the ECB was to make a vertical hyperboloid cut through a 185-meter-tall monolithic block, wedge it apart, twist it, and fill the newly created intermediary space with a glass atrium. The result is highly complex geometry and a multifaceted building offering a completely different appearance from each angle: massive and powerful from the South-East, slender and dynamic from the West. The design of the European Central Bank in Frankfurt combines the new iconic double tower with the vast horizontal structure of the Grossmarkthalle, a protected landmark, creating a new urban development focus in Frankfurt’s Ostend district. United by an entrance building, these two elements form an ensemble of special architectural significance. Featuring bridges, pathways and platforms, the glass atrium between the two high-rises creates a “vertical city”. The semi-public and communicative functions are located in the Grossmarkthalle. The atrium – a “vertical city” The atrium with its visible steel support structure occupies nearly the entire height between the office towers. Connecting and transitioning platforms horizontally divide this interstitial space into three sections with heights from 45 to 60 meters. Just like public squares, they invite visitors to communicate while hanging gardens ensure a pleasant indoor climate. Elevators and stairs connect the levels together and to the public areas located in the Grossmarkthalle. The Grossmarkthalle – an “urban foyer” The existing Grossmarkthalle, a former wholesale market built in the 1920s, is used as an “urban foyer”. The conference and visitor center as well as the library and employee cafeteria are placed diagonally in the spacious interior, as independent building structures (a “house within a house” concept). A floating building penetrates the hall from the outside. With its asymmetrical contours, slanted facades and generous windows, it marks the emblematic entrance to the ECB. The so-called “loop”, a glass walkway between the high-rise and the market hall, completes the ensemble. Focus point of a new urban development The ECB’s architecture was carefully attuned to its location in Frankfurt’s Ostend district. With its clear orientation towards the various urban perspectives, the ensemble enters a dialogue with Frankfurt’s main points of reference: the Alte Oper, the Museum Embankment, and the skyline of the financial district. The distinctive tower, in turn, can be seen from all the important parts of the city center and the Main river, thereby marking the development of a new center in the East of Frankfurt. Energy efficiency and sustainability are key factors of the project The sustainable energy concept includes utilization of rainwater, heat recovery, efficient insulation, sun protection, and natural lighting as well as natural ventilation for the offices. The latter takes place via vertical, room-high ventilation elements installed on the triple-layered hybrid façade of the towers, otherwise acting as a shield. Some areas, such as the atrium and open spaces of the Grossmarkthalle, serve as a buffer zone between indoor and outdoor climates. Published on October 3, 2023 by: Premium Member CG artist Carl Hecht View all Images +11 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... 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HOSPITALITY | House | The House in Zbraslav, also referred to as the Zigzag House, is a family residence in the Czech Republic that was rebuilt by Martin Neruda Architektura after being damaged by fire. Completed in 2021, the project involved saving a single-family house on a corner plot in the village of Baně, southeast of Zbraslav. The fire had destroyed the ceilings and roof, but the architectural alterations honored the original footprint and volume of the historic village home. The renovation introduced a new, striking element: a hidden, underground garage integrated into the site's redesign. Above the garage, a green slope was created, enhancing the existing garden and blending seamlessly into the landscape. In addition to preserving the core structure, the reconstruction added a new glazed vestibule and terrace, which significantly updated the house's connection to its surroundings. Credits Architect: Martin Neruda Architektura Photography: Alex Shoots Buildings Structural Engineers: Tomáš Novotný Construction: Stavitelství Drážka Landscape: Jan Kocourek | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_be3ae07f10d54ca794de281cb5290d71~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1375,h_1000,al_c,q_85/268.House%20in%20Zbraslav-%20Martin%20Neruda%20Architektura-Alex%20Shoots%20Buildings%20(1).jpg Please Wait 268.House in Zbraslav- Martin Neruda Architektura-Alex Shoots Buildings (1).jpg "The House in Zbraslav, also referred to as the Zigzag House, is a family residence in the Czech Republic that was rebuilt by Martin Neruda Architektura after being damaged by fire. Completed in 2021, the project involved saving a single-family house on a corner plot in the village of Baně, southeast of Zbraslav. The fire had destroyed the ceilings and roof, but the architectural alterations honored the original footprint and volume of the historic village home. The renovation introduced a new, striking element: a hidden, underground garage integrated into the site's redesign. Above the garage, a green slope was created, enhancing the existing garden and blending seamlessly into the landscape. In addition to preserving the core structure, the reconstruction added a new glazed vestibule and terrace, which significantly updated the house's connection to its surroundings. Credits Architect: Martin Neruda Architektura Photography: Alex Shoots Buildings Structural Engineers: Tomáš Novotný Construction: Stavitelství Drážka Landscape: Jan Kocourek" 268.House in Zbraslav- Martin Neruda Architektura-Alex Shoots Buildings (3).jpg 268.House in Zbraslav- Martin Neruda Architektura-Alex Shoots Buildings (4).jpg 1/6 0 Product 1.3K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in House in Zbraslav (Zigzag) Zbraslav, Czechia Architects: Martin Neruda Architektura Martin Neruda Architektura Architecture Office Czechia Area: Year: City: Client: - 2021 Zbraslav Construction: - Category: HOSPITALITY Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: Czechia Photographers: Alex Shoots Buildings the Architects Description: The House in Zbraslav, also referred to as the Zigzag House, is a family residence in the Czech Republic that was rebuilt by Martin Neruda Architektura after being damaged by fire. Completed in 2021, the project involved saving a single-family house on a corner plot in the village of Baně, southeast of Zbraslav. The fire had destroyed the ceilings and roof, but the architectural alterations honored the original footprint and volume of the historic village home. The renovation introduced a new, striking element: a hidden, underground garage integrated into the site's redesign. Above the garage, a green slope was created, enhancing the existing garden and blending seamlessly into the landscape. In addition to preserving the core structure, the reconstruction added a new glazed vestibule and terrace, which significantly updated the house's connection to its surroundings. Credits Architect: Martin Neruda Architektura Photography: Alex Shoots Buildings Structural Engineers: Tomáš Novotný Construction: Stavitelství Drážka Landscape: Jan Kocourek Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +18 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... First & Last Name Profession E-mail Instagram (Optional) Website (Optional) Log in Share as guest Share Share Comments 0 Newest Popular Upvoted Martin Neruda Architektura More Projects by Please Wait House in Zbraslav (Zigzag) Close ...

RETREATS | Cabin | In the mountainous region of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Gávea Arquitetos designed a series of retreats known as Zero Cabins. Completed in 2022, Cabana Zero is the prototype for 11 shelters built to serve a spiritual retreat program inspired by the Indigenous traditions of the Peruvian Amazon. The architects approached the project with a strong emphasis on low-impact construction, ensuring a minimal disturbance to the forest both during the process and in the project's long-term environmental presence. Constructed on challenging terrain, Cabana Zero is a modular wooden structure elevated from the ground. This design choice minimizes the alteration of the topography and simplifies the overall construction system. Reusing materials from an old shed on the site, the project features treated pine walls and avoids electricity and hot water. It also incorporates a dry toilet system, reflecting its off-grid, low-impact philosophy. The cabins are designed to be temporary, eventually meant to revert to the forest, mirroring the impermanent human occupation of the natural landscape. The aesthetic reflects a duality in how the cabin relates to its occupants and the surrounding environment. The interior features natural pine, contrasting with the exterior's black-stained wooden verandas. This creates a deliberate abstraction that immerses occupants directly into nature. Large openings allow for ample natural light and ventilation, reinforcing the connection between the interior and the exterior. In addition to the cabin itself, the project includes the restoration of native vegetation around the site and the creation of trails that allow access to specific areas of the forest without causing damage. Credits Architecture: Gávea Arquitetos Location: Areal, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Photography: Pedro Kok | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_b68c4aef09c84b92974bcfd8fb3c5175~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1333,h_1000,al_c,q_85/162.CABIN%20ZERO%20by%20G%C3%A1vea%20Arquitetos-Pedro%20Kok%20(1).jpg 1/0 Private Public Pin Pin 0 x Appreciators 0 3D models Product 2.8K Views 0 Appreciated Appreciate Please login to appreciate CABIN ZERO Areal - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil gavea.arq.br Source: Published on Sep 23, 2025 by: Architectural Designer Micro Homes Premium Member More Buildings from Brazil Facts: Up Up Architecture Office Gávea Arquitetos Brazil Category: RETREATS Cabin Project Type: Post Type: Building Country: Brazil Pedro Kok Photographers: Architects: Gávea Arquitetos Area: 21 m² Year: 2022 City: Areal Construction: - Client Description: the Architects Text description by In the mountainous region of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Gávea Arquitetos designed a series of retreats known as Zero Cabins. Completed in 2022, Cabana Zero is the prototype for 11 shelters built to serve a spiritual retreat program inspired by the Indigenous traditions of the Peruvian Amazon. The architects approached the project with a strong emphasis on low-impact construction, ensuring a minimal disturbance to the forest both during the process and in the project's long-term environmental presence. Constructed on challenging terrain, Cabana Zero is a modular wooden structure elevated from the ground. This design choice minimizes the alteration of the topography and simplifies the overall construction system. Reusing materials from an old shed on the site, the project features treated pine walls and avoids electricity and hot water. It also incorporates a dry toilet system, reflecting its off-grid, low-impact philosophy. The cabins are designed to be temporary, eventually meant to revert to the forest, mirroring the impermanent human occupation of the natural landscape. The aesthetic reflects a duality in how the cabin relates to its occupants and the surrounding environment. The interior features natural pine, contrasting with the exterior's black-stained wooden verandas. This creates a deliberate abstraction that immerses occupants directly into nature. Large openings allow for ample natural light and ventilation, reinforcing the connection between the interior and the exterior. In addition to the cabin itself, the project includes the restoration of native vegetation around the site and the creation of trails that allow access to specific areas of the forest without causing damage. 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Their work often involves creating modular, low-impact structures in natural environments, with a strong emphasis on integrating buildings with the surrounding landscape. They prioritize essential living and resource efficiency, as exemplified by projects like the "Cabana Zero" retreat shelters in the mountainous region of Rio de Janeiro. Category Cabin Post Type Building Project Type RETREATS Country Brazil Year 2022 Area 21 m² Client Photographers Pedro Kok www.zhiig.com Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes Collaborate 3D Design Suggest Materials Suggest Product Add Request Design © ZHIG Team Materials Suggested by Manufacturers: Model Full Name Details Details View more

SHELTERS | Cabin | Nestled in the woods of Blountville, Tennessee, Perch 2.0 by Mike Stone Architect is a 415-square-foot oak shelter that emphasizes a hands-on, immersive approach to architecture. The project, conceived in 2017 when the architect acquired a large quantity of rough-sawn white oak lumber, was built over three years and was heavily influenced by the process of its own creation. The availability, condition, and sizes of the salvaged materials dictated the form of the final structure, resulting in a design that is both a practical retreat and a testament to unconventional architectural production. The building exhibits a "gritty, imperfect nature" that gives it a timeless character, despite being new construction. The design purposefully incorporates reused materials, with reclaimed oak forming the main structure and brick salvaged from a 1940s printing press making up parts of the construction. The black siding pays homage to the traditional tobacco barns found throughout the Eastern U.S. landscape. An architect's great-grandfather's swing is also incorporated into the design, adding a personal and historical touch. The result is a structure that looks as though it has existed on the property for a much longer time. While serving as a retreat for camping and socially distanced gatherings, Perch 2.0's purpose extends beyond its function. Much of its value was realized during the construction process itself, allowing the architect to explore a direct and unmediated approach to building. The shelter is also intended to be a base from which to design future architectural interventions on the property. Project credits Architecture: Mike Stone Architect Engineering: Spoden & Wilson Consulting Engineers Structural Photography: Alyssa Nealon, Hiram Rash Manufacturers: Autodesk, Fasten Master TimberLOK, Henard Metal Fabricators, Hilti, McNeel, Oak Ridge Hardwoods, Reclaimed Materials Group, Valspar | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_ddf998bb6ca84245a331389d452b180f~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1500,h_1000,al_c,q_85/283.Perch%202.0%20by%20Mike%20Stone%20Architect-Alyssa%20Nealon%2C%20Hiram%20Rash%20(1).jpg Please Wait 283.Perch 2.0 by Mike Stone Architect-Alyssa Nealon, Hiram Rash (1).jpg "Nestled in the woods of Blountville, Tennessee, Perch 2.0 by Mike Stone Architect is a 415-square-foot oak shelter that emphasizes a hands-on, immersive approach to architecture. The project, conceived in 2017 when the architect acquired a large quantity of rough-sawn white oak lumber, was built over three years and was heavily influenced by the process of its own creation. The availability, condition, and sizes of the salvaged materials dictated the form of the final structure, resulting in a design that is both a practical retreat and a testament to unconventional architectural production. The building exhibits a ""gritty, imperfect nature"" that gives it a timeless character, despite being new construction. The design purposefully incorporates reused materials, with reclaimed oak forming the main structure and brick salvaged from a 1940s printing press making up parts of the construction. The black siding pays homage to the traditional tobacco barns found throughout the Eastern U.S. landscape. An architect's great-grandfather's swing is also incorporated into the design, adding a personal and historical touch. The result is a structure that looks as though it has existed on the property for a much longer time. While serving as a retreat for camping and socially distanced gatherings, Perch 2.0's purpose extends beyond its function. Much of its value was realized during the construction process itself, allowing the architect to explore a direct and unmediated approach to building. The shelter is also intended to be a base from which to design future architectural interventions on the property. Project credits Architecture: Mike Stone Architect Engineering: Spoden & Wilson Consulting Engineers Structural Photography: Alyssa Nealon, Hiram Rash Manufacturers: Autodesk, Fasten Master TimberLOK, Henard Metal Fabricators, Hilti, McNeel, Oak Ridge Hardwoods, Reclaimed Materials Group, Valspar" 283.Perch 2.0 by Mike Stone Architect-Alyssa Nealon, Hiram Rash (9).jpg 283.Perch 2.0 by Mike Stone Architect-Alyssa Nealon, Hiram Rash (10).jpg 1/6 0 Product 1.4K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Perch 2.0 United States Architects: Mike Stone Architect Mike Stone Architect Architecture Office United States Area: Year: City: Client: 415 ft² 2022 Blountville Construction: - Category: SHELTERS Project Type: Cabin Post Type: Building Country: United States Photographers: Alyssa Nealon, Hiram Rash the Architects Description: Nestled in the woods of Blountville, Tennessee, Perch 2.0 by Mike Stone Architect is a 415-square-foot oak shelter that emphasizes a hands-on, immersive approach to architecture. The project, conceived in 2017 when the architect acquired a large quantity of rough-sawn white oak lumber, was built over three years and was heavily influenced by the process of its own creation. The availability, condition, and sizes of the salvaged materials dictated the form of the final structure, resulting in a design that is both a practical retreat and a testament to unconventional architectural production. The building exhibits a "gritty, imperfect nature" that gives it a timeless character, despite being new construction. The design purposefully incorporates reused materials, with reclaimed oak forming the main structure and brick salvaged from a 1940s printing press making up parts of the construction. The black siding pays homage to the traditional tobacco barns found throughout the Eastern U.S. landscape. An architect's great-grandfather's swing is also incorporated into the design, adding a personal and historical touch. The result is a structure that looks as though it has existed on the property for a much longer time. While serving as a retreat for camping and socially distanced gatherings, Perch 2.0's purpose extends beyond its function. Much of its value was realized during the construction process itself, allowing the architect to explore a direct and unmediated approach to building. The shelter is also intended to be a base from which to design future architectural interventions on the property. Project credits Architecture: Mike Stone Architect Engineering: Spoden & Wilson Consulting Engineers Structural Photography: Alyssa Nealon, Hiram Rash Manufacturers: Autodesk, Fasten Master TimberLOK, Henard Metal Fabricators, Hilti, McNeel, Oak Ridge Hardwoods, Reclaimed Materials Group, Valspar Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +18 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... 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URBAN | University campus | Petronas University of Technology was founded in 1997 and is the region's largest academic centre for the study of civil, mechanical, chemical and electrical engineering. Fully funded by the Malaysian oil company Petronas, it aims to combine the best academic training with hands-on industrial experience to produce a new generation of graduates who can contribute to the country's industrial development. Located within the lush tropical landscape at Seri Iskandar, 300 kilometres north of the capital, Kuala Lumpur, the 450-hectare site is characterised by steep hills and lakes, which are a legacy of the area's history of tin mining. The design responds to the physical landscape of the site and to the weather patterns particular to this part of the world. While it can be intensely hot in the sun, in the monsoon season the skies open every afternoon to bring torrential rain, creating a cycle in which the ground is alternately scorched and soaked. To allow students to move around the campus freely, while shaded from the sun or protected from downpours, crescent-shaped canopies shelter the pedestrian paths that wind around the site. Held aloft by slender columns, these canopies intersect to encircle a landscaped park. Where possible, the planting and terrain have been preserved in their natural state, or reinstated, although some marshy land has been flooded to form a water installation. Arranged around the edge of the park are buildings for teaching and research, contained in four-storey blocks that tuck beneath the edges of the canopies. Cafés and other communal student facilities are located at the canopy intersections, which also correspond with the entrances to the housing accommodation. Marking the main entrance to the campus is the drum-like form of the resource centre. Containing a library and a multi-purpose auditorium, it is the university's chief social and ceremonial hub. The future expansion of the campus will see the completion of a sports stadium and a mosque − amenities that will be shared with the residents of a new town that is growing up close to the campus. | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9756fd_8a11ef881c9b41b08543f0d7cc303330~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_2000,h_1124,al_c,q_90/Petronas%20University%20of%20Technology%20(1).jfif Please Wait Petronas University of Technology (1).jfif Petronas University of Technology (2).jfif Petronas University of Technology (3).jfif 1/2 0 Product 3.6K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Petronas University of Technology Persiaran UTP, 32610 Seri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia Architects: Foster + Partners Foster + Partners Architecture Office United Kingdom Area: Year: City: Client: 240,000 m2 2004 Perak Universiti Teknologi Petronas Construction: Category: URBAN Project Type: University campus Post Type: Building Country: Malaysia Photographers: the architects Description: Petronas University of Technology was founded in 1997 and is the region's largest academic centre for the study of civil, mechanical, chemical and electrical engineering. Fully funded by the Malaysian oil company Petronas, it aims to combine the best academic training with hands-on industrial experience to produce a new generation of graduates who can contribute to the country's industrial development. Located within the lush tropical landscape at Seri Iskandar, 300 kilometres north of the capital, Kuala Lumpur, the 450-hectare site is characterised by steep hills and lakes, which are a legacy of the area's history of tin mining. The design responds to the physical landscape of the site and to the weather patterns particular to this part of the world. While it can be intensely hot in the sun, in the monsoon season the skies open every afternoon to bring torrential rain, creating a cycle in which the ground is alternately scorched and soaked. To allow students to move around the campus freely, while shaded from the sun or protected from downpours, crescent-shaped canopies shelter the pedestrian paths that wind around the site. Held aloft by slender columns, these canopies intersect to encircle a landscaped park. Where possible, the planting and terrain have been preserved in their natural state, or reinstated, although some marshy land has been flooded to form a water installation. Arranged around the edge of the park are buildings for teaching and research, contained in four-storey blocks that tuck beneath the edges of the canopies. Cafés and other communal student facilities are located at the canopy intersections, which also correspond with the entrances to the housing accommodation. Marking the main entrance to the campus is the drum-like form of the resource centre. Containing a library and a multi-purpose auditorium, it is the university's chief social and ceremonial hub. The future expansion of the campus will see the completion of a sports stadium and a mosque − amenities that will be shared with the residents of a new town that is growing up close to the campus. Published on October 1, 2023 by: Premium Member Photographer Anna Salonen View all Images +5 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... 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RESIDENTIAL | House | The Ant-house, a single-family residence in Omaezaki-City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, was completed in 2012 by mA-style architects. Designed for a family of five, the 66-square-meter home presents a stark, dark metal-clad cube to the street, with a single, unassuming entryway. However, the interior is a warm, labyrinthine world of larch plywood, filled with natural light from carefully placed skylights and apertures. The design is based on the concept of a house-within-a-house, with a two-story, gabled-roof structure nestled inside the exterior cube. This creates a playful and ambiguous interior, devoid of typical wall partitions, which allows for free-flowing use of the space and encourages interaction among family members. The interior layout features a lower-level living room, kitchen, dining area, bathroom, and storage spaces, with bedrooms located on the upper level, separated by a free, double-height space that connects the floors. This central gabled space, with openings in its walls, allows natural light and air to permeate the home, creating a dynamic and cozy atmosphere. The unique spatial arrangement challenges traditional notions of a room, allowing the family to define and use the space as they wish. Credits Architects: Atsushi Kawamoto and Mayumi Kawamoto, mA-style architects Photography: Kai Nakamura | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_0390179962ee4f388b3ebe6b6d8b47c8~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1501,h_1000,al_c,q_85/271.Ant-house%20by%20mA-style%20architects-Kai%20Nakamura%20(1)1.jpg Please Wait 271.Ant-house by mA-style architects-Kai Nakamura (1).jpg 271.Ant-house by mA-style architects-Kai Nakamura (2).jpg 271.Ant-house by mA-style architects-Kai Nakamura (3).jpg 1/6 0 Product 1.4K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Ant-house Omaezaki, Shizuoka, Japan Architects: mA-style architects mA-style architects Architecture Office Japan Area: Year: City: Client: 66 m² 2012 Omaezaki Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: Japan Photographers: Kai Nakamura the Architects Description: The Ant-house, a single-family residence in Omaezaki-City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, was completed in 2012 by mA-style architects. Designed for a family of five, the 66-square-meter home presents a stark, dark metal-clad cube to the street, with a single, unassuming entryway. However, the interior is a warm, labyrinthine world of larch plywood, filled with natural light from carefully placed skylights and apertures. The design is based on the concept of a house-within-a-house, with a two-story, gabled-roof structure nestled inside the exterior cube. This creates a playful and ambiguous interior, devoid of typical wall partitions, which allows for free-flowing use of the space and encourages interaction among family members. The interior layout features a lower-level living room, kitchen, dining area, bathroom, and storage spaces, with bedrooms located on the upper level, separated by a free, double-height space that connects the floors. This central gabled space, with openings in its walls, allows natural light and air to permeate the home, creating a dynamic and cozy atmosphere. The unique spatial arrangement challenges traditional notions of a room, allowing the family to define and use the space as they wish. Credits Architects: Atsushi Kawamoto and Mayumi Kawamoto, mA-style architects Photography: Kai Nakamura Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +18 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... First & Last Name Profession E-mail Instagram (Optional) Website (Optional) Log in Share as guest Share Share Comments 0 Newest Popular Upvoted mA-style architects More Projects by Please Wait Ant-house Close ...

MULTI-FUNCTIONAL | Studio | The Nook is a 568-square-foot backyard retreat and multi-purpose studio located in central Texas, which was designed and built by Isaac French for his own use and completed in 2023. Serving as a private office, art studio, and guest quarters, the structure was purposefully built on a pier-and-beam foundation, allowing it to be moved over short distances should the need arise. The design of The Nook is a unique fusion of Japanese, Scandinavian, and Texan aesthetics, with a strong focus on connecting the compact interior with the surrounding natural forest environment. For its exterior, The Nook is clad in charred cedar, a Japanese-inspired technique known as Shou Sugi Ban, chosen for both its durability and its aesthetic. This dark material contrasts with the rich white oak finishes used throughout the interior, which create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Local Texas limestone was also incorporated to anchor the design and further tie the structure to its immediate environment. A key feature is the floating wood deck, which cantilevers over a nearby creek, creating a serene, immersive outdoor space. Large floor-to-ceiling windows and ample glass are used strategically to blur the lines between inside and out, filling the space with natural light. Inside, the compact space is organized efficiently to feel much larger than its footprint suggests. It includes a 107-square-foot sleeping loft, along with a kitchenette, a full bathroom, and a workspace designed to be a sanctuary for creativity. The meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail ensure that every element is optimized for function, efficiency, and pristine form. Following the project's completion, French made professionally drafted construction plans available for purchase, enabling others to build their own versions of The Nook. Credits Designer and Builder: Isaac French Interior Design Consultant: Hans Lorei Photography: Jeff Jones | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_8a449678cc6c485fb435cb9fe0975a48~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1500,h_1000,al_c,q_85/203.The%20Nook%20by%20Isaac%20French-Jeff%20Jones%20(1).jpg Please Wait 203.The Nook by Isaac French-Jeff Jones (1).jpg The Nook is a 568-square-foot backyard retreat and multi-purpose studio located in central Texas, which was designed and built by Isaac French for his own use and completed in 2023. Serving as a private office, art studio, and guest quarters, the structure was purposefully built on a pier-and-beam foundation, allowing it to be moved over short distances should the need arise. The design of The Nook is a unique fusion of Japanese, Scandinavian, and Texan aesthetics, with a strong focus on connecting the compact interior with the surrounding natural forest environment. For its exterior, The Nook is clad in charred cedar, a Japanese-inspired technique known as Shou Sugi Ban, chosen for both its durability and its aesthetic. This dark material contrasts with the rich white oak finishes used throughout the interior, which create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Local Texas limestone was also incorporated to anchor the design and further tie the structure to its immediate environment. A key feature is the floating wood deck, which cantilevers over a nearby creek, creating a serene, immersive outdoor space. Large floor-to-ceiling windows and ample glass are used strategically to blur the lines between inside and out, filling the space with natural light. Inside, the compact space is organized efficiently to feel much larger than its footprint suggests. It includes a 107-square-foot sleeping loft, along with a kitchenette, a full bathroom, and a workspace designed to be a sanctuary for creativity. The meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail ensure that every element is optimized for function, efficiency, and pristine form. Following the project's completion, French made professionally drafted construction plans available for purchase, enabling others to build their own versions of The Nook. Credits Designer and Builder: Isaac French Interior Design Consultant: Hans Lorei Photography: Jeff Jones 203.The Nook by Isaac French-Jeff Jones (3).jpg 203.The Nook by Isaac French-Jeff Jones (4).jpg 1/6 0 Product 1.5K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in The Nook Modular Unit Waco, TX, USA Architects: Isaac French Isaac French Architecture Office United States Area: Year: City: Client: 568 ft² 2023 Waco, Texas - Construction: - Category: MULTI-FUNCTIONAL Project Type: Studio Post Type: Building Country: United States Photographers: Jeff Jones the Architects Description: The Nook is a 568-square-foot backyard retreat and multi-purpose studio located in central Texas, which was designed and built by Isaac French for his own use and completed in 2023. Serving as a private office, art studio, and guest quarters, the structure was purposefully built on a pier-and-beam foundation, allowing it to be moved over short distances should the need arise. The design of The Nook is a unique fusion of Japanese, Scandinavian, and Texan aesthetics, with a strong focus on connecting the compact interior with the surrounding natural forest environment. For its exterior, The Nook is clad in charred cedar, a Japanese-inspired technique known as Shou Sugi Ban, chosen for both its durability and its aesthetic. This dark material contrasts with the rich white oak finishes used throughout the interior, which create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Local Texas limestone was also incorporated to anchor the design and further tie the structure to its immediate environment. A key feature is the floating wood deck, which cantilevers over a nearby creek, creating a serene, immersive outdoor space. Large floor-to-ceiling windows and ample glass are used strategically to blur the lines between inside and out, filling the space with natural light. Inside, the compact space is organized efficiently to feel much larger than its footprint suggests. It includes a 107-square-foot sleeping loft, along with a kitchenette, a full bathroom, and a workspace designed to be a sanctuary for creativity. The meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail ensure that every element is optimized for function, efficiency, and pristine form. Following the project's completion, French made professionally drafted construction plans available for purchase, enabling others to build their own versions of The Nook. Credits Designer and Builder: Isaac French Interior Design Consultant: Hans Lorei Photography: Jeff Jones Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +18 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... First & Last Name Profession E-mail Instagram (Optional) Website (Optional) Log in Share as guest Share Share Comments 0 Newest Popular Upvoted Isaac French More Projects by Please Wait The Nook Modular Unit Close ...