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 ...

LARGE-SCALE ARCHITECTURE | Multifunctional car park | RAI Amsterdam Exhibition and Convention Centre is a multifunctional car park with parking space for about 1.000 cars. The car park is situated on the ring road A10 and the Zuidas, Amsterdam’s business district. | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9756fd_580e8801426e40578df987083096b826~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_3508,h_2340,al_c,q_90/RAI%20Exhibition%20and%20Convention%20Centre.jpg Please Wait RAI Exhibition and Convention Centre2.jpg RAI_Amsterdam_N25_a4.jpg RAI Exhibition and Convention Centre3.jpg 1/2 0 Product 3.5K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in CAR PARK RAI Europaplein 2-22, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, Netherlands. Architects: Benthem Crouwel Architects Benthem Crouwel Architects Architecture Office Netherlands Area: Year: City: Client: 28.265 m2 2016 Amsterdam Construction: BAM Bouw en Techniek Category: LARGE-SCALE ARCHITECTURE Project Type: Multifunctional car park Post Type: Building Country: Netherlands Photographers: the architects Description: RAI Amsterdam Exhibition and Convention Centre is a multifunctional car park with parking space for about 1.000 cars. The car park is situated on the ring road A10 and the Zuidas, Amsterdam’s business district. Published on September 26, 2023 by: Premium Member CG Artist Andrew L View all Images +4 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 Benthem Crouwel Architects More Projects by Please Wait CAR PARK RAI Close ...

EXPERIMENTAL | Cabin | Designed by locallll and SUPHASIDH, the 100% Wooden House is a 55-square-meter prototype dwelling located in the park of Château de la Bourdaisière in Montlouis-sur-Loire, France. Completed in 2020 after winning a competition in 2019, the experimental project explores the potential of using wood exclusively for residential construction and challenges traditional housing models. Inspired by the historic Château while designed for contemporary life, the house is a single, monolithic volume wrapped in thick, weather-resistant wood that contrasts with the smooth, lighter finish of its interior. A fluid internal space is arranged around a central core, with an "interior topography" of varied heights creating distinct functional zones and offering a variety of possible spatial configurations. The interior features a ramp that doubles as a sofa, and different levels for sitting, cooking, and sleeping help to maximize the compact footprint. A covered terrace is located under the higher-level sleeping area. The project showcases a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. Untreated chestnut trees that had been previously felled on the castle grounds were processed at a local sawmill using CNC machines. This allowed for a short supply chain and the use of locally sourced materials. The entire structure is elevated off the ground on water-resistant acacia wood piles, allowing it to mimic the surrounding forest environment. All structural elements were prefabricated off-site for rapid assembly, with the cladding cut on-site. The exterior will develop a natural silvery-gray patina over time. The 100% Wooden House is part of an educational promenade in the Château park, feeding on ongoing research and experimentation with wood as a building material. Credits Architects: locallll (Matthieu Boustany, Benoist Desfonds) and SUPHASIDH (Peeraya Suphasidh) Local Executive Architect: Isabelle Poulain Architecte Contractors: Boussiquet Material Suppliers: Piveteau (CLT), Pavatex (insulation), l'André (sawmill) Photographer: Vincent Hecht | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_93f29f99364b4812bd1caa54bca3ded7~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1234,h_1000,al_c,q_85/249.Wooden%20House%20by%20locallll-Atelier%20Vincent%20Hecht%20(1).jpg Please Wait 249.Wooden House by locallll-Atelier Vincent Hecht (1).jpg 249.Wooden House by locallll-Atelier Vincent Hecht (3).jpg 249.Wooden House by locallll (3).jpg Designed by locallll and SUPHASIDH, the 100% Wooden House is a 55-square-meter prototype dwelling located in the park of Château de la Bourdaisière in Montlouis-sur-Loire, France. Completed in 2020 after winning a competition in 2019, the experimental project explores the potential of using wood exclusively for residential construction and challenges traditional housing models. Inspired by the historic Château while designed for contemporary life, the house is a single, monolithic volume wrapped in thick, weather-resistant wood that contrasts with the smooth, lighter finish of its interior. A fluid internal space is arranged around a central core, with an "interior topography" of varied heights creating distinct functional zones and offering a variety of possible spatial configurations. The interior features a ramp that doubles as a sofa, and different levels for sitting, cooking, and sleeping help to maximize the compact footprint. A covered terrace is located under the higher-level sleeping area. The project showcases a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. Untreated chestnut trees that had been previously felled on the castle grounds were processed at a local sawmill using CNC machines. This allowed for a short supply chain and the use of locally sourced materials. The entire structure is elevated off the ground on water-resistant acacia wood piles, allowing it to mimic the surrounding forest environment. All structural elements were prefabricated off-site for rapid assembly, with the cladding cut on-site. The exterior will develop a natural silvery-gray patina over time. The 100% Wooden House is part of an educational promenade in the Château park, feeding on ongoing research and experimentation with wood as a building material. Credits Architects: locallll (Matthieu Boustany, Benoist Desfonds) and SUPHASIDH (Peeraya Suphasidh) Local Executive Architect: Isabelle Poulain Architecte Contractors: Boussiquet Material Suppliers: Piveteau (CLT), Pavatex (insulation), l'André (sawmill) Photographer: Vincent Hecht 1/6 0 Product 1.4K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in 100% Wooden House 37270 Montlouis-sur-Loire, France Architects: locallll, Suphasidh Studio LOCAL Architecture Office France Area: Year: City: Client: 55 m² 2019 Montlouis-sur-Loire Construction: - Category: EXPERIMENTAL Project Type: Cabin Post Type: Building Country: France Photographers: Vincent Hecht the Architects Description: Designed by locallll and SUPHASIDH, the 100% Wooden House is a 55-square-meter prototype dwelling located in the park of Château de la Bourdaisière in Montlouis-sur-Loire, France. Completed in 2020 after winning a competition in 2019, the experimental project explores the potential of using wood exclusively for residential construction and challenges traditional housing models. Inspired by the historic Château while designed for contemporary life, the house is a single, monolithic volume wrapped in thick, weather-resistant wood that contrasts with the smooth, lighter finish of its interior. A fluid internal space is arranged around a central core, with an "interior topography" of varied heights creating distinct functional zones and offering a variety of possible spatial configurations. The interior features a ramp that doubles as a sofa, and different levels for sitting, cooking, and sleeping help to maximize the compact footprint. A covered terrace is located under the higher-level sleeping area. The project showcases a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. Untreated chestnut trees that had been previously felled on the castle grounds were processed at a local sawmill using CNC machines. This allowed for a short supply chain and the use of locally sourced materials. The entire structure is elevated off the ground on water-resistant acacia wood piles, allowing it to mimic the surrounding forest environment. All structural elements were prefabricated off-site for rapid assembly, with the cladding cut on-site. The exterior will develop a natural silvery-gray patina over time. The 100% Wooden House is part of an educational promenade in the Château park, feeding on ongoing research and experimentation with wood as a building material. Credits Architects: locallll (Matthieu Boustany, Benoist Desfonds) and SUPHASIDH (Peeraya Suphasidh) Local Executive Architect: Isabelle Poulain Architecte Contractors: Boussiquet Material Suppliers: Piveteau (CLT), Pavatex (insulation), l'André (sawmill) Photographer: Vincent Hecht Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +18 Out of gallery Plans & 2Ds Out of gallery 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 locallll, Suphasidh Studio More Projects by Please Wait 100% Wooden House Close ...

RESIDENTIAL | House | We designed this modern home to fit the scale of the neighborhood, which was mostly one-story bungalows. The house is conceived of as two small cabins. The front cabin is a one-story structure that faces the street and keeps with the scale of the block. It houses the living room, kitchen, and dining room, while a small bump-out at the front allows for a wood burning stove and built-in media cabinet. The back cabin is a two-story structure that contains the bedrooms, bathrooms, a small office and laundry. The upper level of the back cabin houses the primary bedroom with views over the Biltmore Estate grounds. Between the two cabins is the entrance. With dark wood walls and a small built-in bench under a circular window there is an undeniable tea-house vibe as you enter the home. When designing the home, we went for a “warm” modernism. We love the clean lines and thoughtful composition of modernism, but did not want the house to feel cold or sterile. As such, we included a number of custom built-ins and plenty of naturally finished wood walls and ceilings. The kitchen has white oak cabinets with birch walls and oak floor. The primary bathroom has an arched shower, birch ceiling, and skylights. The end result is both modern and inviting. We were also really lucky to have an amazing client in Everyday Oil owner Emma Allen. We worked with her to select handmade tiles for the bathrooms and kitchen backsplash and she did an amazing job of sourcing all the interior furniture and bed sets. | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_202c0c4ab1604a40b3c6a36ecbb597a5~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1030,h_686,al_c,q_85/31.Clifton%20Street%20House-ASSEMBLY-Sadie%20Culberson%20(1).jpg 1/0 Private Public Pin Pin 0 x Appreciators 0 3D models Product 2.0K Views 0 Appreciated Appreciate Please login to appreciate Clifton House Asheville, NC, USA assemblyab.com Source: Published on Sep 12, 2025 by: Architectural Designer Micro Homes Premium Member NH VT RI NJ DE MD DC MA CT HI AK FL ME NY PA VA WV OH IN IL WI NC TN AR MO GA SC KY AL LA MS IA MN OK TX NM KS NE SD ND WY MT CO UT AZ NV OR WA ID CA MI More Buildings from United States Facts: Up Up Architecture Office ASSEMBLY United States Category: RESIDENTIAL House Project Type: Post Type: Building Country: United States Sadie Culberson Photographers: Architects: ASSEMBLY Architecture & Build Area: - Year: 2021 City: Asheville, NC Construction: - Client Description: the Architects Text description by We designed this modern home to fit the scale of the neighborhood, which was mostly one-story bungalows. The house is conceived of as two small cabins. The front cabin is a one-story structure that faces the street and keeps with the scale of the block. It houses the living room, kitchen, and dining room, while a small bump-out at the front allows for a wood burning stove and built-in media cabinet. The back cabin is a two-story structure that contains the bedrooms, bathrooms, a small office and laundry. The upper level of the back cabin houses the primary bedroom with views over the Biltmore Estate grounds. Between the two cabins is the entrance. With dark wood walls and a small built-in bench under a circular window there is an undeniable tea-house vibe as you enter the home. When designing the home, we went for a “warm” modernism. We love the clean lines and thoughtful composition of modernism, but did not want the house to feel cold or sterile. As such, we included a number of custom built-ins and plenty of naturally finished wood walls and ceilings. The kitchen has white oak cabinets with birch walls and oak floor. The primary bathroom has an arched shower, birch ceiling, and skylights. The end result is both modern and inviting. We were also really lucky to have an amazing client in Everyday Oil owner Emma Allen. We worked with her to select handmade tiles for the bathrooms and kitchen backsplash and she did an amazing job of sourcing all the interior furniture and bed sets. 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RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL | Mixed-Use | MVRDV and SDK Vastgoed (VolkerWessels) won the competition for the redevelopment of the inner city area around Deken van Someren Street in Eindhoven which is set to become high-quality and sustainable residences for the city’s inhabitants. Nieuw Bergen is a contemporary and progressive residential development combining urban and green qualities in the neighbourhood of Bergen, Eindhoven. | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9756fd_882fe7acbdc84d6a8a2709de62d1e9a3~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1920,h_1290,al_c,q_90/Nieuw%20Bergen%20(1).jpg Please Wait Nieuw Bergen (6).jpg Nieuw Bergen (7).jpg Nieuw Bergen (2).jpg 1/3 0 Product 2.9K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Nieuw Bergen Nieuw Bergen, Vestdijk 45, 5611 CA Eindhoven, Netherlands Architects: MVRDV MVRDV Architecture Office Netherlands Area: Year: City: Client: 28,000 m² 2019 Eindhoven SDK Vastgoed (VolkerWessels) Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL Project Type: Mixed-Use Post Type: Building Country: Netherlands Photographers: WAX the architects Description: MVRDV and SDK Vastgoed (VolkerWessels) won the competition for the redevelopment of the inner city area around Deken van Someren Street in Eindhoven which is set to become high-quality and sustainable residences for the city’s inhabitants. Nieuw Bergen is a contemporary and progressive residential development combining urban and green qualities in the neighbourhood of Bergen, Eindhoven. Published on September 28, 2023 by: Premium Member CG Artist Andrew L 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 MVRDV More Projects by Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen (2).jpg Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen (3).jpg Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen (4).jpg 1/6 Museum Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen CULTURAL Museumpark 32, 3015 CB Rotterdam, Netherlands Klekovaca Tourist Centre (1).jpg Klekovaca Tourist Centre (2).jpg Klekovaca Tourist Centre (3).jpg 1/3 Tourist Center Klekovaca Tourist Centre HOSPITALITY Klekovaca Mountain, Bosnia and Herzegovina Skanderbeg Building (1).jpg Skanderbeg Building (2).jpg Skanderbeg Building (3).jpg 1/3 Mixed-Use Skanderbeg Building RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL Unknown, Tirana, Albania Turm Mit Taille (10).jpg Turm Mit Taille (11).jpg Turm Mit Taille (12).jpg 1/3 Housing Turm Mit Taille RESIDENTIAL Oliviastraße 17, 1220 Wien, Austria Veranda Offices (4).jpg Veranda Offices (1).jpg Veranda Offices (2).jpg 1/3 Office Veranda Offices COMMERCIAL Domagkstrasse 33, 80807 Munich, Germany Sun Rock (1).jpg Sun Rock (1).png Sun Rock (2).jpg 1/2 Sustainability Sun Rock INDUSTRIAL 63-1, Gacheon-ro 32-gil, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea Ziel (2).jpg Ziel (3).jpg Ziel (4).jpg 1/3 Housing Ziel RESIDENTIAL Unknown, Amsterdam, Netherlands Tianjin Binhai Library (8).jpg Tianjin Binhai Library (7).jpg Tianjin Binhai Library (11).jpg 1/4 Library Tianjin Binhai Library CULTURAL Binhai Cultural Center, Binhai New Area, Tianjin, China Please Wait Nieuw Bergen Close ...

HOSPITALITY | Lodge | Perched on the sand dunes of Namibia's remote Skeleton Coast, the Shipwreck Lodge, designed by Nina Maritz Architects, is a unique retreat that draws its inspiration from the area's maritime history. The lodge is located in the Skeleton Coast National Park, an unforgiving landscape marked by the remains of vessels that have been wrecked by the treacherous Atlantic waters. The lodge's angular, timber cabins are designed to evoke broken fragments of these lost ships, creating a sense of desolation and remoteness while offering a comfortable and highly sustainable guest experience. The cabins are part of a larger concession that includes staff accommodation and back-of-house facilities housed in repurposed shipping containers. Each of the ten guest cabins is constructed from pre-manufactured panels in Namibia's capital, Windhoek, and assembled on-site to minimize environmental disturbance. The timber-framed structures are designed to resist the harsh coastal conditions and are nailed with an innovative timber nailing system to minimize the use of rust-prone metal. The entire lodge can also be dismantled and removed without leaving a trace at the end of its 25-year concession. The two-part design of each cabin features a bedroom with a pitched roof and a large window offering panoramic views, which is connected to a pointed, "bow-like" bathroom structure. Interiors, designed by Melanie van der Merwe of Women Unleashed, feature a cozy wood-burning stove and a material palette that includes recycled plastic bottle insulation, reclaimed timbers, and organic textiles. A central lodge, echoing the aesthetic of the cabins, houses the restaurant and lounge, providing a communal space with large windows and an outdoor deck to take in the dramatic views. The lodge is entirely solar-powered, with electrical systems designed for maximum efficiency using timer and motion-sensor switches. Water is sourced from a borehole and conserved with efficiency measures, and sewage is treated on-site. The lodge's low-impact design, use of sustainable materials, and commitment to conservation led to it being named "Best Safari Lodge" by Jetsetter in 2019. Project credits Architecture: Nina Maritz Architects Interior Design: Melanie van der Merwe, Women Unleashed Builder: Pepe Bush Camp Builders / Pepe Construction CC Suppliers (Timber): On The Deck Photography: Michael Turek, Shawn Van Eeden, Denzel Bezuidenhout | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_8135be34cd6b4b0f870490f616bec526~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1500,h_1000,al_c,q_85/295.Shipwreck%20Lodge%20by%20Nina%20Maritz%20Architects-Shawn%20van%20Eeden%2C%20Denzel%20Bezuidenhoudt%2C%20Michael%20Turek%20(1).jpg Please Wait 295.Shipwreck Lodge by Nina Maritz Architects-Shawn van Eeden, Denzel Bezuidenhoudt, Michael Turek (1).jpg "Perched on the sand dunes of Namibia's remote Skeleton Coast, the Shipwreck Lodge, designed by Nina Maritz Architects, is a unique retreat that draws its inspiration from the area's maritime history. The lodge is located in the Skeleton Coast National Park, an unforgiving landscape marked by the remains of vessels that have been wrecked by the treacherous Atlantic waters. The lodge's angular, timber cabins are designed to evoke broken fragments of these lost ships, creating a sense of desolation and remoteness while offering a comfortable and highly sustainable guest experience. The cabins are part of a larger concession that includes staff accommodation and back-of-house facilities housed in repurposed shipping containers. Each of the ten guest cabins is constructed from pre-manufactured panels in Namibia's capital, Windhoek, and assembled on-site to minimize environmental disturbance. The timber-framed structures are designed to resist the harsh coastal conditions and are nailed with an innovative timber nailing system to minimize the use of rust-prone metal. The entire lodge can also be dismantled and removed without leaving a trace at the end of its 25-year concession. The two-part design of each cabin features a bedroom with a pitched roof and a large window offering panoramic views, which is connected to a pointed, ""bow-like"" bathroom structure. Interiors, designed by Melanie van der Merwe of Women Unleashed, feature a cozy wood-burning stove and a material palette that includes recycled plastic bottle insulation, reclaimed timbers, and organic textiles. A central lodge, echoing the aesthetic of the cabins, houses the restaurant and lounge, providing a communal space with large windows and an outdoor deck to take in the dramatic views. The lodge is entirely solar-powered, with electrical systems designed for maximum efficiency using timer and motion-sensor switches. Water is sourced from a borehole and conserved with efficiency measures, and sewage is treated on-site. The lodge's low-impact design, use of sustainable materials, and commitment to conservation led to it being named ""Best Safari Lodge"" by Jetsetter in 2019. Project credits Architecture: Nina Maritz Architects Interior Design: Melanie van der Merwe, Women Unleashed Builder: Pepe Bush Camp Builders / Pepe Construction CC Suppliers (Timber): On The Deck Photography: Michael Turek, Shawn Van Eeden, Denzel Bezuidenhout" 295.Shipwreck Lodge by Nina Maritz Architects-Shawn van Eeden, Denzel Bezuidenhoudt, Michael Turek (10).jpg 295.Shipwreck Lodge by Nina Maritz Architects-Shawn van Eeden, Denzel Bezuidenhoudt, Michael Turek (4).jpg 1/6 0 Product 1.3K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Shipwreck Lodge Skeleton Coast National Park, Namibia Architects: Nina Maritz Architects Nina Maritz Architects Architecture Office Namibia Area: Year: City: Client: - 2018 Skeleton Coast National Park Construction: Holzbau Hess, Pepe Bush Lodges Category: HOSPITALITY Project Type: Lodge Post Type: Building Country: Namibia Photographers: Shawn van Eeden, Denzel Bezuidenhoudt, Michael Turek the Architects Description: Perched on the sand dunes of Namibia's remote Skeleton Coast, the Shipwreck Lodge, designed by Nina Maritz Architects, is a unique retreat that draws its inspiration from the area's maritime history. The lodge is located in the Skeleton Coast National Park, an unforgiving landscape marked by the remains of vessels that have been wrecked by the treacherous Atlantic waters. The lodge's angular, timber cabins are designed to evoke broken fragments of these lost ships, creating a sense of desolation and remoteness while offering a comfortable and highly sustainable guest experience. The cabins are part of a larger concession that includes staff accommodation and back-of-house facilities housed in repurposed shipping containers. Each of the ten guest cabins is constructed from pre-manufactured panels in Namibia's capital, Windhoek, and assembled on-site to minimize environmental disturbance. The timber-framed structures are designed to resist the harsh coastal conditions and are nailed with an innovative timber nailing system to minimize the use of rust-prone metal. The entire lodge can also be dismantled and removed without leaving a trace at the end of its 25-year concession. The two-part design of each cabin features a bedroom with a pitched roof and a large window offering panoramic views, which is connected to a pointed, "bow-like" bathroom structure. Interiors, designed by Melanie van der Merwe of Women Unleashed, feature a cozy wood-burning stove and a material palette that includes recycled plastic bottle insulation, reclaimed timbers, and organic textiles. A central lodge, echoing the aesthetic of the cabins, houses the restaurant and lounge, providing a communal space with large windows and an outdoor deck to take in the dramatic views. The lodge is entirely solar-powered, with electrical systems designed for maximum efficiency using timer and motion-sensor switches. Water is sourced from a borehole and conserved with efficiency measures, and sewage is treated on-site. The lodge's low-impact design, use of sustainable materials, and commitment to conservation led to it being named "Best Safari Lodge" by Jetsetter in 2019. Project credits Architecture: Nina Maritz Architects Interior Design: Melanie van der Merwe, Women Unleashed Builder: Pepe Bush Camp Builders / Pepe Construction CC Suppliers (Timber): On The Deck Photography: Michael Turek, Shawn Van Eeden, Denzel Bezuidenhout 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 Nina Maritz Architects More Projects by Please Wait Shipwreck Lodge Close ...

RESIDENTIAL | House | Forest House 02 is a minimalist and lightweight tiny home designed by Chu Van Dong of D12 Architect. Completed in 2018, the 45 m² house is located in the northern mountains of Vietnam, near Hanoi, and was created to serve as a serene retreat for 2–4 people. The house is notable for its innovative, treehouse-inspired design, which perches it on a steep hill and uses a playful "hammock deck" to integrate the living space with a large, existing tree trunk. The design of Forest House 02 prioritizes a minimal impact on the natural surroundings and an intimate connection with the environment. The house is built with a simple, lightweight structure using steel box frames, wood, glass, lightweight concrete, and clay stone. This approach reduces the load on the foundation and minimizes the construction's effect on the landscape. The house is supported by two steel pillars and rests on a rock drop-off, making it feel like it is floating among the treetops. The interior, at nearly 500 square feet, is arranged in an L-shape, accommodating a combined living room-kitchen area and a bedroom. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows and sliding doors liberate the views and maximize the interaction between the interior and the forest. Forest House 02 is distinguished by its material choices and unique features that blend comfort with the outdoors. A favorite feature is the "hammock-like" terrace, an outdoor playground with a net deck that wraps around a large tree trunk, offering a relaxing, semi-suspended space among the branches. The predominantly wooden interior is accented with stone and marble, creating a "luxe glamping" feel that is both rustic and elegant. As with Chu Van Dong's earlier work, the project demonstrates a commitment to creating low-cost yet well-designed residential spaces. Project credits Architect: D12 Architect Lead Architect: Chu Van Dong Location: Sóc Sơn District, Hanoi, Vietnam Completion Year: 2018 Photographer: Lê Hoàng Manufacturers: Dulux, Hoa Phat (materials), and local pine wood | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_288ce0d01a164465856b85226a17c81f~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1500,h_1000,al_c,q_85/75.Forest%20House%2002-D12%20Architect-L%C3%AA%20Ho%C3%A0ng%20(12).jpg Please Wait 75.Forest House 02-D12 Architect-Lê Hoàng (1).jpg 75.Forest House 02-D12 Architect-Lê Hoàng (2).jpg Forest House 02 is a minimalist and lightweight tiny home designed by Chu Van Dong of D12 Architect. Completed in 2018, the 45 m² house is located in the northern mountains of Vietnam, near Hanoi, and was created to serve as a serene retreat for 2–4 people. The house is notable for its innovative, treehouse-inspired design, which perches it on a steep hill and uses a playful "hammock deck" to integrate the living space with a large, existing tree trunk. The design of Forest House 02 prioritizes a minimal impact on the natural surroundings and an intimate connection with the environment. The house is built with a simple, lightweight structure using steel box frames, wood, glass, lightweight concrete, and clay stone. This approach reduces the load on the foundation and minimizes the construction's effect on the landscape. The house is supported by two steel pillars and rests on a rock drop-off, making it feel like it is floating among the treetops. The interior, at nearly 500 square feet, is arranged in an L-shape, accommodating a combined living room-kitchen area and a bedroom. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows and sliding doors liberate the views and maximize the interaction between the interior and the forest. Forest House 02 is distinguished by its material choices and unique features that blend comfort with the outdoors. A favorite feature is the "hammock-like" terrace, an outdoor playground with a net deck that wraps around a large tree trunk, offering a relaxing, semi-suspended space among the branches. The predominantly wooden interior is accented with stone and marble, creating a "luxe glamping" feel that is both rustic and elegant. As with Chu Van Dong's earlier work, the project demonstrates a commitment to creating low-cost yet well-designed residential spaces. Project credits Architect: D12 Architect Lead Architect: Chu Van Dong Location: Sóc Sơn District, Hanoi, Vietnam Completion Year: 2018 Photographer: Lê Hoàng Manufacturers: Dulux, Hoa Phat (materials), and local pine wood 75.Forest House 02-D12 Architect-Lê Hoàng (3).jpg 1/6 0 Product 2.8K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Forest House 02 Soc Son, Hanoi, Vietnam Architects: D12 Architect D12 Architect Architecture Office Vietnam Area: Year: City: Client: 45 m² 2018 Hanoi Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: Vietnam Photographers: Lê Hoàng the Architects Description: Forest House 02 is a minimalist and lightweight tiny home designed by Chu Van Dong of D12 Architect. Completed in 2018, the 45 m² house is located in the northern mountains of Vietnam, near Hanoi, and was created to serve as a serene retreat for 2–4 people. The house is notable for its innovative, treehouse-inspired design, which perches it on a steep hill and uses a playful "hammock deck" to integrate the living space with a large, existing tree trunk. The design of Forest House 02 prioritizes a minimal impact on the natural surroundings and an intimate connection with the environment. The house is built with a simple, lightweight structure using steel box frames, wood, glass, lightweight concrete, and clay stone. This approach reduces the load on the foundation and minimizes the construction's effect on the landscape. The house is supported by two steel pillars and rests on a rock drop-off, making it feel like it is floating among the treetops. The interior, at nearly 500 square feet, is arranged in an L-shape, accommodating a combined living room-kitchen area and a bedroom. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows and sliding doors liberate the views and maximize the interaction between the interior and the forest. Forest House 02 is distinguished by its material choices and unique features that blend comfort with the outdoors. A favorite feature is the "hammock-like" terrace, an outdoor playground with a net deck that wraps around a large tree trunk, offering a relaxing, semi-suspended space among the branches. The predominantly wooden interior is accented with stone and marble, creating a "luxe glamping" feel that is both rustic and elegant. As with Chu Van Dong's earlier work, the project demonstrates a commitment to creating low-cost yet well-designed residential spaces. Project credits Architect: D12 Architect Lead Architect: Chu Van Dong Location: Sóc Sơn District, Hanoi, Vietnam Completion Year: 2018 Photographer: Lê Hoàng Manufacturers: Dulux, Hoa Phat (materials), and local pine wood 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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RESIDENTIAL | House | Slate House is a culmination of our best ideas from the past twenty years, teamed with the learnings from our multi-residential projects Terrace House and ParkLife. At Slate House we designed a beautiful and sustainable high end apartment building, using form, material and domestic scale to converse with the context, heritage and rich built history of the area. Proving that eco can also be luxurious, Slate House is Brighton’s first fossil-fuel-free multi-residential apartment building. IN BRIEF Slate House is a new three level, high-performing, high-end apartment building of 14 spacious homes, in the bayside suburb of Brighton. Austin Maynard Architects first completed multi-residential project as Design Architects, working with considered Developers Lucent, Slate House delivers thoughtful and refined homes, with focus on aesthetics, context and sustainability. Achieving an outstanding NatHERS rating of 8.2 stars, Slate House is Brighton’s first fossil-fuel-free multi-residential apartment building. THE WHERE Brighton is an affluent and distinctive Melbourne suburb, famous for its brightly-coloured bathing boxes. Houses here are mostly large, either contemporary modern builds, Victorian villas or Edwardian homesteads. New apartment buildings are typically monolithic, near identical off-white concrete structures (linear or boxy), with mild variations in landscaping. In designing Slate House ‘The Where’ was paramount. Recognising and appreciating the suburb’s long-standing and prevailing character led to a building that sits quietly within its context; sensitive to the size and scale of houses in the area, and to its direct neighbour Kardinia House, a heritage protected home of historic significance. Slate House is sited on a T shape block, allowing for two frontages, each exhibiting a different identity. The main entrance on Bleazby Ave is pedestrian, befitting of the quiet and leafy cul-de-sac. The Male Street frontage, a busier and wider vehicle thoroughfare, incorporates the entry to basement parking, but has the appearance of a much more private residence, relative in scale to the larger homes along the street. THE WHY We understand the need for development, to make more homes available for our rapidly growing population but surely we can do that without erasing the characteristic built fabric of an area. Multi residential buildings can be more than white boxes stacked high that either ignore or worse dominate, their siting. Apartment buildings will always be bigger, but do they have to speak a different language? Twenty years ago a City of Bayside Heritage Review stated Male Street’s ‘aesthetic significance and historic interest,’ noting a high level of integrity and cohesion in terms of scale and set backs. Ten years later the statement was revised to include ‘the integrity of the precinct has been somewhat diminished by a few recent developments.’ The documents also highlighted the significance of the former Primitive Methodist Church (now converted into apartments) which dominate the northern end of the street, constructed of polychromatic brick with a steeply pitched slate roof. The church, along with other churches and school buildings in the area (with similar pitched roofs) together with the Brighton beach boxes, were all important influences in the design of Slate House. We looked to Architecture that spoke of scale, texture and character to inform the design. We aimed for the building to appear domestic, small and loveable. The intention was a synthesis of the prevailing heritage character and domestic context, to show there was an alternative to the overbearing and clinical modernist box. THE MATERIALITY The design of Slate House is the careful articulation of built form to fit gently within the street character. To reference and respond to the context, an audit of buildings in the area was taken. Slate, terracotta, brick and white masonry were most prevalent. By utilising these three distinct materials in the construction of Slate House, we were able to break down a large building into smaller volumes. Forms reminiscent of the bathing boxes (little pitched roof houses), were wrapped in these contrasting materials and stepped back to reduce scale. Rather than appearing as one form that has landed, it poses questions of singular buildings. Slate House is one apartment building arranged into three seperate blocks, connected by common entry walkways. The concept of dividing the larger form into three seperate elements ensure greater efficiency and resulted in light filled corridors with only three front doors on each level. Each block is articulated with slate cladding providing legibility and is continued internally to make the corridors feel like outdoor space. The materiality is simple, honest and beautiful. Natural raw materials, slate straight from the quarry, robust tiles, bricks and timber, free of coatings and toxic chemicals, that require minimal maintenance and will endure many life times. INTERIORS It’s frequently assumed that sustainability comes with a certain roughshod aesthetic - exposed services, rough and raw finishes, but, as our project Garden House testifies, it can be wonderfully luxurious. Slate House is a high-end residential apartment building with interiors that are suitably sophisticated and refined. Rather than the expected white on beige on grey palette we opted for beautiful handcrafted architecture, hand-cut tiles, rich colours, textural finishes and natural sustainably-sourced materials. Dark navy bespoke joinery, fluted Tasmanian oak cladding, fluted glass and brass handles. Dramatic cabinetry and high ceilings and more subtle moments, such as the shelf beside the front door, perfect for a parcel or a plant. Every corridor has just three apartment doors, so no waiting forever for the lift. These common area, are glass filled at both ends with a continuation of the hand fixed slate tiles on the walls. It offers a sense of community without being overly dense, there is space and individuality. DOWNSIZERS Although the appeal of Slate House is broad and wide ranging, local ‘Downsizers’ are particularly drawn to the project because it has a texture that relates to their own homes. The sustainability credentials and incredibly low ongoing running costs resonate with the intelligent downsizer who understands climate crisis. Long time residents have witnessed their lovely suburb under siege, wrecking character and identity to make way for cookie cutter town houses and apartments with minimal environmental conscience or integrity. Slate House responds directly to the teal movement happening in conservative areas like Brighton. Proof that the a desire for efficient, high performing, fossil fuel free living is not merely a northern suburb leftie thing. SUSTAINABILITY In the context of apartment buildings within the Brighton area, Slate House pushes the sustainability envelope. One of the few, if not the only, fossil fuel free multi-residential building in Bayside, Slate House utilises the general principals of ESD. Attaining an overall NatHERS rating of 8.2, with a 7.7 star average per apartment (exceeding the 6 stars requirement, at time of construction) Slate House has a Melbourne Water STORM: rating 110% (again exceeding 100% requirement, at time of construction), and harvests or absorbing all the water that falls on the site. The design of Slate House draws on the forms and context of the local neighbourhood. In this way the building is sensitive to the future use of adjoining sites - the building does not detrimentally effect the current amenity of the neighbouring buildings or any future building proposed. This sets a precedent for other apartment buildings within the area. The majority of the apartment’s heating and cooling is passive, through design, materials, and window size/placement. Living spaces are oriented to the north where possible, and utilise as many full height windows as possible, allowing the winter sun to passively heat internal spaces, thus reducing the reliance on the heating system. Operable window locations facilitate cross-flow ventilation as well as exhausting off air throughout the hotter months. All windows are double glazed and have a low-E coating. Fixed awnings and screens are located on key windows to protect against the Summer sun with vertical screens to the western face where the sun is lower in the sky and harsher. Ceiling fans are installed in the living area and bedrooms to provide efficient cooling during summer. High quality insulation, made using recycled glass, was also used throughout all internal walls, floors and ceilings: R2.7 in the walls and R6 in the roof. High quality materials such as brick, concrete, aluminium framed windows, metal roofing and slate tiles were selected to construct a home that will last and reduce ongoing maintenance. Materials that have no applied coating and do not require re-painting at regular intervals. All joinery and flooring is E0 and low ZVOC paints and coatings are used internally. Carpets are 100% wool. Bricks salvaged from the existing house on the site were cleaned and re-used within the construction. Rainwater from all roof areas is harvested and directed to a 20k litre water tank (located under the slab of the basement), for toilet flushing and garden irrigation throughout the building. A 14kW photovoltaic solar power system has been connected to supplement electricity use, with the capacity for future connection to storage batteries. The design utilises low-energy LED lighting throughout and low energy usage appliances. A centralised heat pump, heating and cooling system is installed for efficiency as well as a centralised heat pump hot water systems. There are no gas appliances within the building. Bike parking facilities are provided within the basement and a visitors bike rail is provided at the development entry. Austin Maynard Architects, project team Andrew Maynard, Mark Austin, Mark Stranan Site Area 1392m2 Total floor area 2783m2 Completion date 2022 Developer Lucent Builder Swell Project Managers Lucent Engineers Structural - KPA Engineer (services) - Form ESD GIW Environmental Solutions Traffic Consultant Ratio Planning consultant Ratio Waste Management Consultant Ratio Access Consultant Access Studio Landscape Architects & Arborist John Patrick Landscapes Acoustic Consultant Cogent Acoustics Building Surveyor Florenancig Smith Photography Tess Kelly | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a02f20_29b7d0cec5b74cb3bc77602700faec28~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_2000,h_1334,al_c,q_90/Slate%20House-Austin%20Maynard%20Architects-Photographs-Tess%20Kelly%20(1).jpg Please Wait Slate House-Austin Maynard Architects-Photographs-Tess Kelly (1).jpg Slate House-Austin Maynard Architects-Photographs-Tess Kelly (2).jpg Slate House-Austin Maynard Architects-Photographs-Tess Kelly (3).jpg 1/6 0 Product 2.8K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Slate House Brighton VIC 3186, Australia Architects: Austin Maynard Architects Austin Maynard Architects Architecture Office Australia Area: Year: City: Client: 2783 m² 2022 Brighton Construction: Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: Australia Photographers: Tess Kelly the Architects Description: Slate House is a culmination of our best ideas from the past twenty years, teamed with the learnings from our multi-residential projects Terrace House and ParkLife. At Slate House we designed a beautiful and sustainable high end apartment building, using form, material and domestic scale to converse with the context, heritage and rich built history of the area. Proving that eco can also be luxurious, Slate House is Brighton’s first fossil-fuel-free multi-residential apartment building. IN BRIEF Slate House is a new three level, high-performing, high-end apartment building of 14 spacious homes, in the bayside suburb of Brighton. Austin Maynard Architects first completed multi-residential project as Design Architects, working with considered Developers Lucent, Slate House delivers thoughtful and refined homes, with focus on aesthetics, context and sustainability. Achieving an outstanding NatHERS rating of 8.2 stars, Slate House is Brighton’s first fossil-fuel-free multi-residential apartment building. THE WHERE Brighton is an affluent and distinctive Melbourne suburb, famous for its brightly-coloured bathing boxes. Houses here are mostly large, either contemporary modern builds, Victorian villas or Edwardian homesteads. New apartment buildings are typically monolithic, near identical off-white concrete structures (linear or boxy), with mild variations in landscaping. In designing Slate House ‘The Where’ was paramount. Recognising and appreciating the suburb’s long-standing and prevailing character led to a building that sits quietly within its context; sensitive to the size and scale of houses in the area, and to its direct neighbour Kardinia House, a heritage protected home of historic significance. Slate House is sited on a T shape block, allowing for two frontages, each exhibiting a different identity. The main entrance on Bleazby Ave is pedestrian, befitting of the quiet and leafy cul-de-sac. The Male Street frontage, a busier and wider vehicle thoroughfare, incorporates the entry to basement parking, but has the appearance of a much more private residence, relative in scale to the larger homes along the street. THE WHY We understand the need for development, to make more homes available for our rapidly growing population but surely we can do that without erasing the characteristic built fabric of an area. Multi residential buildings can be more than white boxes stacked high that either ignore or worse dominate, their siting. Apartment buildings will always be bigger, but do they have to speak a different language? Twenty years ago a City of Bayside Heritage Review stated Male Street’s ‘aesthetic significance and historic interest,’ noting a high level of integrity and cohesion in terms of scale and set backs. Ten years later the statement was revised to include ‘the integrity of the precinct has been somewhat diminished by a few recent developments.’ The documents also highlighted the significance of the former Primitive Methodist Church (now converted into apartments) which dominate the northern end of the street, constructed of polychromatic brick with a steeply pitched slate roof. The church, along with other churches and school buildings in the area (with similar pitched roofs) together with the Brighton beach boxes, were all important influences in the design of Slate House. We looked to Architecture that spoke of scale, texture and character to inform the design. We aimed for the building to appear domestic, small and loveable. The intention was a synthesis of the prevailing heritage character and domestic context, to show there was an alternative to the overbearing and clinical modernist box. THE MATERIALITY The design of Slate House is the careful articulation of built form to fit gently within the street character. To reference and respond to the context, an audit of buildings in the area was taken. Slate, terracotta, brick and white masonry were most prevalent. By utilising these three distinct materials in the construction of Slate House, we were able to break down a large building into smaller volumes. Forms reminiscent of the bathing boxes (little pitched roof houses), were wrapped in these contrasting materials and stepped back to reduce scale. Rather than appearing as one form that has landed, it poses questions of singular buildings. Slate House is one apartment building arranged into three seperate blocks, connected by common entry walkways. The concept of dividing the larger form into three seperate elements ensure greater efficiency and resulted in light filled corridors with only three front doors on each level. Each block is articulated with slate cladding providing legibility and is continued internally to make the corridors feel like outdoor space. The materiality is simple, honest and beautiful. Natural raw materials, slate straight from the quarry, robust tiles, bricks and timber, free of coatings and toxic chemicals, that require minimal maintenance and will endure many life times. INTERIORS It’s frequently assumed that sustainability comes with a certain roughshod aesthetic - exposed services, rough and raw finishes, but, as our project Garden House testifies, it can be wonderfully luxurious. Slate House is a high-end residential apartment building with interiors that are suitably sophisticated and refined. Rather than the expected white on beige on grey palette we opted for beautiful handcrafted architecture, hand-cut tiles, rich colours, textural finishes and natural sustainably-sourced materials. Dark navy bespoke joinery, fluted Tasmanian oak cladding, fluted glass and brass handles. Dramatic cabinetry and high ceilings and more subtle moments, such as the shelf beside the front door, perfect for a parcel or a plant. Every corridor has just three apartment doors, so no waiting forever for the lift. These common area, are glass filled at both ends with a continuation of the hand fixed slate tiles on the walls. It offers a sense of community without being overly dense, there is space and individuality. DOWNSIZERS Although the appeal of Slate House is broad and wide ranging, local ‘Downsizers’ are particularly drawn to the project because it has a texture that relates to their own homes. The sustainability credentials and incredibly low ongoing running costs resonate with the intelligent downsizer who understands climate crisis. Long time residents have witnessed their lovely suburb under siege, wrecking character and identity to make way for cookie cutter town houses and apartments with minimal environmental conscience or integrity. Slate House responds directly to the teal movement happening in conservative areas like Brighton. Proof that the a desire for efficient, high performing, fossil fuel free living is not merely a northern suburb leftie thing. SUSTAINABILITY In the context of apartment buildings within the Brighton area, Slate House pushes the sustainability envelope. One of the few, if not the only, fossil fuel free multi-residential building in Bayside, Slate House utilises the general principals of ESD. Attaining an overall NatHERS rating of 8.2, with a 7.7 star average per apartment (exceeding the 6 stars requirement, at time of construction) Slate House has a Melbourne Water STORM: rating 110% (again exceeding 100% requirement, at time of construction), and harvests or absorbing all the water that falls on the site. The design of Slate House draws on the forms and context of the local neighbourhood. In this way the building is sensitive to the future use of adjoining sites - the building does not detrimentally effect the current amenity of the neighbouring buildings or any future building proposed. This sets a precedent for other apartment buildings within the area. The majority of the apartment’s heating and cooling is passive, through design, materials, and window size/placement. Living spaces are oriented to the north where possible, and utilise as many full height windows as possible, allowing the winter sun to passively heat internal spaces, thus reducing the reliance on the heating system. Operable window locations facilitate cross-flow ventilation as well as exhausting off air throughout the hotter months. All windows are double glazed and have a low-E coating. Fixed awnings and screens are located on key windows to protect against the Summer sun with vertical screens to the western face where the sun is lower in the sky and harsher. Ceiling fans are installed in the living area and bedrooms to provide efficient cooling during summer. High quality insulation, made using recycled glass, was also used throughout all internal walls, floors and ceilings: R2.7 in the walls and R6 in the roof. High quality materials such as brick, concrete, aluminium framed windows, metal roofing and slate tiles were selected to construct a home that will last and reduce ongoing maintenance. Materials that have no applied coating and do not require re-painting at regular intervals. All joinery and flooring is E0 and low ZVOC paints and coatings are used internally. Carpets are 100% wool. Bricks salvaged from the existing house on the site were cleaned and re-used within the construction. Rainwater from all roof areas is harvested and directed to a 20k litre water tank (located under the slab of the basement), for toilet flushing and garden irrigation throughout the building. A 14kW photovoltaic solar power system has been connected to supplement electricity use, with the capacity for future connection to storage batteries. The design utilises low-energy LED lighting throughout and low energy usage appliances. A centralised heat pump, heating and cooling system is installed for efficiency as well as a centralised heat pump hot water systems. There are no gas appliances within the building. Bike parking facilities are provided within the basement and a visitors bike rail is provided at the development entry. Austin Maynard Architects, project team Andrew Maynard, Mark Austin, Mark Stranan Site Area 1392m2 Total floor area 2783m2 Completion date 2022 Developer Lucent Builder Swell Project Managers Lucent Engineers Structural - KPA Engineer (services) - Form ESD GIW Environmental Solutions Traffic Consultant Ratio Planning consultant Ratio Waste Management Consultant Ratio Access Consultant Access Studio Landscape Architects & Arborist John Patrick Landscapes Acoustic Consultant Cogent Acoustics Building Surveyor Florenancig Smith Photography Tess Kelly Published on September 16, 2024 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Markitekt View all Images +18 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... 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RESIDENTIAL | House | Completed in 2020, the Four Seasons House is a prefabricated, negative-carbon family home located in the Drijflanen nature reserve in Tilburg, Netherlands. Designed by architect Joris Verhoeven for himself and his family, the 70-square-meter house was built to intensely experience the versatile Dutch seasons while fitting seamlessly into its natural surroundings. The small, black-clad structure was built on a site that once served as a sheep-grazing heather field for the local wool industry, and the design intentionally lacks barriers to fully connect with the nature outside. The house was constructed using sustainable and efficient techniques, featuring a prefabricated structure made of wood framing cassettes filled with flax insulation, which has a negative carbon footprint. This prefabricated method allowed for rapid construction, with the entire structure erected in just three days after the foundation was poured. The exterior is clad in black-stained timber, which helps the house blend in with the dark trunks of the surrounding trees. A unique feature of the exterior is a natural fungal coating specially cultivated to protect the siding, which also possesses a self-repairing capability. Inside, the interior is finished with birch plywood, reflecting the minimalist and natural aesthetic of the design. The pure construction method, where the structural framework serves as the finishing layer, contributed to a faster and more cost-effective build. Large, carefully placed windows act as "changing landscape paintings," providing dynamic views of the reserve throughout the year. Matte black accents on the interior doors, kitchen, and stair railings tie the inside aesthetic to the black exterior. The home is entirely self-sufficient, relying on solar and thermal panels for energy. Credits Architect: Joris Verhoeven Architectuur Contractor: Cloïn totaalbouw Prefab Structure: Isovlas Oisterwijk BV Photography: William van der Voort and John van Groenedaal | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_ab55d8dd5d094702b2c4d6a78f9b82ee~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1500,h_1000,al_c,q_85/217.Four%20Seasons%20House%20by%20Joris%20Verhoeven%20Architectuur-John%20van%20Groenedaal%2C%20William%20van%20der%20Voort%20(1).jpg Please Wait 217.Four Seasons House by Joris Verhoeven Architectuur-John van Groenedaal, William van der Voort (1).jpg Completed in 2020, the Four Seasons House is a prefabricated, negative-carbon family home located in the Drijflanen nature reserve in Tilburg, Netherlands. Designed by architect Joris Verhoeven for himself and his family, the 70-square-meter house was built to intensely experience the versatile Dutch seasons while fitting seamlessly into its natural surroundings. The small, black-clad structure was built on a site that once served as a sheep-grazing heather field for the local wool industry, and the design intentionally lacks barriers to fully connect with the nature outside. The house was constructed using sustainable and efficient techniques, featuring a prefabricated structure made of wood framing cassettes filled with flax insulation, which has a negative carbon footprint. This prefabricated method allowed for rapid construction, with the entire structure erected in just three days after the foundation was poured. The exterior is clad in black-stained timber, which helps the house blend in with the dark trunks of the surrounding trees. A unique feature of the exterior is a natural fungal coating specially cultivated to protect the siding, which also possesses a self-repairing capability. Inside, the interior is finished with birch plywood, reflecting the minimalist and natural aesthetic of the design. The pure construction method, where the structural framework serves as the finishing layer, contributed to a faster and more cost-effective build. Large, carefully placed windows act as "changing landscape paintings," providing dynamic views of the reserve throughout the year. Matte black accents on the interior doors, kitchen, and stair railings tie the inside aesthetic to the black exterior. The home is entirely self-sufficient, relying on solar and thermal panels for energy. Credits Architect: Joris Verhoeven Architectuur Contractor: Cloïn totaalbouw Prefab Structure: Isovlas Oisterwijk BV Photography: William van der Voort and John van Groenedaal 217.Four Seasons House by Joris Verhoeven Architectuur-John van Groenedaal, William van der Voort (22).jpg 217.Four Seasons House by Joris Verhoeven Architectuur-John van Groenedaal, William van der Voort (11).jpg 1/6 0 Product 1.4K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Four Seasons House Tilburg, Netherlands Architects: Joris Verhoeven Architectuur Joris Verhoeven Architectuur Architecture Office Netherlands Area: Year: City: Client: 70 m² 2019 Tilburg Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: Netherlands Photographers: John van Groenedaal, William van der Voort the Architects Description: Completed in 2020, the Four Seasons House is a prefabricated, negative-carbon family home located in the Drijflanen nature reserve in Tilburg, Netherlands. Designed by architect Joris Verhoeven for himself and his family, the 70-square-meter house was built to intensely experience the versatile Dutch seasons while fitting seamlessly into its natural surroundings. The small, black-clad structure was built on a site that once served as a sheep-grazing heather field for the local wool industry, and the design intentionally lacks barriers to fully connect with the nature outside. The house was constructed using sustainable and efficient techniques, featuring a prefabricated structure made of wood framing cassettes filled with flax insulation, which has a negative carbon footprint. This prefabricated method allowed for rapid construction, with the entire structure erected in just three days after the foundation was poured. The exterior is clad in black-stained timber, which helps the house blend in with the dark trunks of the surrounding trees. A unique feature of the exterior is a natural fungal coating specially cultivated to protect the siding, which also possesses a self-repairing capability. Inside, the interior is finished with birch plywood, reflecting the minimalist and natural aesthetic of the design. The pure construction method, where the structural framework serves as the finishing layer, contributed to a faster and more cost-effective build. Large, carefully placed windows act as "changing landscape paintings," providing dynamic views of the reserve throughout the year. Matte black accents on the interior doors, kitchen, and stair railings tie the inside aesthetic to the black exterior. The home is entirely self-sufficient, relying on solar and thermal panels for energy. Credits Architect: Joris Verhoeven Architectuur Contractor: Cloïn totaalbouw Prefab Structure: Isovlas Oisterwijk BV Photography: William van der Voort and John van Groenedaal 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 Joris Verhoeven Architectuur More Projects by Please Wait Four Seasons House Close ...

RESIDENTIAL | Cabin | We dreamed of creating a house that could be picked up from the warehouse by the client, installed the same day, and be ready to live, without wasting time on finishing, selecting furniture, kitchens, dishes, and decor. Our new development "TOPOL 27" is just that. We have placed all the functions in one module and you no longer need to assemble a house from separate blocks. There are 5 functional areas in 27 m²: a bedroom, a kitchen, a living room, a bathroom, and a dressing room - a maximum of comfortable space in a minimum area. All this delivers by one truck and simply installs on the foundation. The project uses environmentally friendly and durable materials suitable for active use for daily rent. Solid wood and natural oak veneer are combined with black metal elements. On the floor, wear-resistant and hypoallergenic FORBO Flotex material. A large amount of glass harmoniously connects the interior and natural surroundings. The interior was designed as a one-stop solution for an investment project. Everything you need and nothing more. Each item is placed in its place, has a function, and is an integral part of the interior. The set of the house includes furniture, kitchen, curtains, dishes, cutlery, household appliances, outdoor and indoor lamps, outdoor terrace. All the decoration work is done at the factory, and you just need to put linen on the bed and put towels in the bathroom. Most of the interior items were purchased from chain stores so you can quickly replace them. Expensive materials, stone kitchen countertop by the window, wooden windows, and doors set a premium level of finishing and service, emphasizing the contrast between the wild nature around and the comfortable modern interior. The compact fireplace easily heats the entire space, creates a cozy atmosphere, and can be used for cooking. The exterior is made of black metal and wood. Such a solution delicately fits into any environment, does not dominate nature, and scales harmoniously. Architects: Ivan Ovchinnikov, Olga Sandakova, Kirill Kazakov Interior design: Anna Kandybovich Manufacture: DublDom | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_805d28e9e7144531b3446c5e8e4e8742~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1080,h_1346,al_c,q_85/Modular%20house%20TOPOL%2027-bio-architects.com-PhotographerArseny%20Rossikhin%20(2).jpg Please Wait Modular house TOPOL 27-bio-architects.com-Photographer Ivan Ovchinnikov (1).jfif Modular house TOPOL 27-bio-architects.com-Photographer Ivan Ovchinnikov (2).jfif Modular house TOPOL 27-bio-architects.com-Photographer Ivan Ovchinnikov (3).jfif 1/6 0 Product 5.4K Views 19 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Modular house "TOPOL 27" с. д.16, Калужское ш., Восход, Калужская обл., Russia, 249174 Architects: BIO-architects BIO-architects Architecture Office Russia Area: Year: City: Client: 27 m² 2021 Zhukovsky district - Construction: Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: Cabin Post Type: Building Country: Russia Photographers: Ivan Ovchinnikov, Arseny Rossikhin the Architects Description: We dreamed of creating a house that could be picked up from the warehouse by the client, installed the same day, and be ready to live, without wasting time on finishing, selecting furniture, kitchens, dishes, and decor. Our new development "TOPOL 27" is just that. We have placed all the functions in one module and you no longer need to assemble a house from separate blocks. There are 5 functional areas in 27 m²: a bedroom, a kitchen, a living room, a bathroom, and a dressing room - a maximum of comfortable space in a minimum area. All this delivers by one truck and simply installs on the foundation. The project uses environmentally friendly and durable materials suitable for active use for daily rent. Solid wood and natural oak veneer are combined with black metal elements. On the floor, wear-resistant and hypoallergenic FORBO Flotex material. A large amount of glass harmoniously connects the interior and natural surroundings. The interior was designed as a one-stop solution for an investment project. Everything you need and nothing more. Each item is placed in its place, has a function, and is an integral part of the interior. The set of the house includes furniture, kitchen, curtains, dishes, cutlery, household appliances, outdoor and indoor lamps, outdoor terrace. All the decoration work is done at the factory, and you just need to put linen on the bed and put towels in the bathroom. Most of the interior items were purchased from chain stores so you can quickly replace them. Expensive materials, stone kitchen countertop by the window, wooden windows, and doors set a premium level of finishing and service, emphasizing the contrast between the wild nature around and the comfortable modern interior. The compact fireplace easily heats the entire space, creates a cozy atmosphere, and can be used for cooking. The exterior is made of black metal and wood. Such a solution delicately fits into any environment, does not dominate nature, and scales harmoniously. Architects: Ivan Ovchinnikov, Olga Sandakova, Kirill Kazakov Interior design: Anna Kandybovich Manufacture: DublDom Published on February 25, 2024 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +16 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 BIO-architects More Projects by Please Wait Modular house "TOPOL 27" Close ...

INFRASTRUCTURE | Pedestrian bridge | Cirkelbroen is a unique circular pedestrian bridge across Christianshavn Canal, comprising five connected rotating platforms resembling ships' masts. It invites pedestrians to enjoy panoramic views of the city while crossing | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9756fd_748de29240c142fea344c613c7c12c75~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1600,h_1000,al_c,q_85/16531230.%20(12).jpg 1/0 Private Public Pin Pin 0 x Appreciators 0 3D models Product 2.2K Views 0 Appreciated Appreciate Please login to appreciate Cirkelbroen (Circle Bridge) Christians Brygge 30, 1219 Copenhagen Municipality, Denmark Source: Published on Sep 16, 2023 by: Architect Oda Lindberg Premium Member More Buildings from Denmark Facts: Up Up Architecture Office Studio Olafur Eliasson Germany Category: INFRASTRUCTURE Pedestrian bridge Project Type: Post Type: Building Country: Denmark Photographers: Architects: Studio Olafur Eliasson Area: 40 m L Year: 2015 City: Copenhagen Construction: NCC Construction Client Description: the architects Text description by Cirkelbroen is a unique circular pedestrian bridge across Christianshavn Canal, comprising five connected rotating platforms resembling ships' masts. It invites pedestrians to enjoy panoramic views of the city while crossing Team Premium Member Architect Oda Lindberg In This Project: Up Up 1/1 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 ... 100 Presentation / Gallery: . collapse expand Plans & 2Ds: collapse expand Materials Used: Up Up 1 2 3 4 5 1 ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 ... 100 More Projects by Studio Olafur Eliasson About .. Category Pedestrian bridge Post Type Building Project Type INFRASTRUCTURE Country Denmark Year 2015 Area 40 m L Client Photographers www.zhiig.com Premium Member Architect Oda Lindberg Collaborate 3D Design Suggest Materials Suggest Product Add Request Design © ZHIG Team Materials Suggested by Manufacturers: Model Full Name Details Details View more

HOSPITALITY | Modular Cabin | In collaboration with the Lithuanian company Konga Cabins, Danish hospitality architect Mette Fredskild has designed the Konga cabin, a series of off-grid and modular tiny homes built with sustainability and a close relationship with nature in mind. The cabins are prefabricated in Lithuania and designed for easy assembly, allowing them to be installed on-site in as little as one day without a specific foundation. This makes them highly adaptable and suitable for remote getaways, resorts, or even as backyard houses. Drawing on Fredskild's experience designing hotels, the Konga cabins blend hotel-level comfort with an immersive outdoor experience. The design focuses on Scandinavian simplicity and minimalism, using a compact footprint to create a functional and inviting space. The interior layout, while minimalist, is thoughtfully designed to maximize space and includes essential amenities, a kitchen, and a sleeping area. The open-plan layout dissolves traditional room boundaries, enhancing the sense of spaciousness. The cabins feature a dark, charred wood exterior, which is both durable and visually striking. Treated with a weather-resistant oil, the charred panels offer longevity and help the structure blend harmoniously with its surroundings. Different-sized windows are strategically placed to offer unique views of the environment from various positions within the cabin, such as while standing, sitting, or lying in bed. The generous use of glazing allows natural light to flood the interiors and creates a strong visual connection to nature. Sustainable design is a core tenet of the Konga cabins. They can be built as fully off-grid houses, powered by a rooftop solar system and equipped with rainwater collection. The cabins also make a conscious effort to minimize environmental impact by incorporating upcycled timber and offcuts from Konga's kitchen production into the construction and interior furnishings. This sustainable and resourceful approach gives each cabin a unique identity. Project credits Architecture: Mette Fredskild Developer: Konga Cabins Founders: Goda Zemaite and Paulius Zemaitis Photography: Dovalde Butenaite | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_935e19f0b175459786e40d3a38d1fbb6~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1280,h_720,al_c,q_85/278.Konga%20by%20Mette%20Fredskild%20(Konga%20Cabins)%20(1).jpg Please Wait 278.Konga by Mette Fredskild (Konga Cabins) (1).jpg "In collaboration with the Lithuanian company Konga Cabins, Danish hospitality architect Mette Fredskild has designed the Konga cabin, a series of off-grid and modular tiny homes built with sustainability and a close relationship with nature in mind. The cabins are prefabricated in Lithuania and designed for easy assembly, allowing them to be installed on-site in as little as one day without a specific foundation. This makes them highly adaptable and suitable for remote getaways, resorts, or even as backyard houses. Drawing on Fredskild's experience designing hotels, the Konga cabins blend hotel-level comfort with an immersive outdoor experience. The design focuses on Scandinavian simplicity and minimalism, using a compact footprint to create a functional and inviting space. The interior layout, while minimalist, is thoughtfully designed to maximize space and includes essential amenities, a kitchen, and a sleeping area. The open-plan layout dissolves traditional room boundaries, enhancing the sense of spaciousness. The cabins feature a dark, charred wood exterior, which is both durable and visually striking. Treated with a weather-resistant oil, the charred panels offer longevity and help the structure blend harmoniously with its surroundings. Different-sized windows are strategically placed to offer unique views of the environment from various positions within the cabin, such as while standing, sitting, or lying in bed. The generous use of glazing allows natural light to flood the interiors and creates a strong visual connection to nature. Sustainable design is a core tenet of the Konga cabins. They can be built as fully off-grid houses, powered by a rooftop solar system and equipped with rainwater collection. The cabins also make a conscious effort to minimize environmental impact by incorporating upcycled timber and offcuts from Konga's kitchen production into the construction and interior furnishings. This sustainable and resourceful approach gives each cabin a unique identity. Project credits Architecture: Mette Fredskild Developer: Konga Cabins Founders: Goda Zemaite and Paulius Zemaitis Photography: Dovalde Butenaite" 278.Konga by Mette Fredskild (Konga Cabins) (4).jpg 278.Konga by Mette Fredskild (Konga Cabins) (5).jpg 1/6 0 Product 1.4K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Konga Estonia Architects: Mette Fredskild Mette Fredskild Studio Architecture Office Denmark Area: Year: City: Client: 28 m² 2022 Estonia - Construction: Konga Cabins Category: HOSPITALITY Project Type: Modular Cabin Post Type: Building Country: Estonia Photographers: Dovalde Butenaite the Architects Description: In collaboration with the Lithuanian company Konga Cabins, Danish hospitality architect Mette Fredskild has designed the Konga cabin, a series of off-grid and modular tiny homes built with sustainability and a close relationship with nature in mind. The cabins are prefabricated in Lithuania and designed for easy assembly, allowing them to be installed on-site in as little as one day without a specific foundation. This makes them highly adaptable and suitable for remote getaways, resorts, or even as backyard houses. Drawing on Fredskild's experience designing hotels, the Konga cabins blend hotel-level comfort with an immersive outdoor experience. The design focuses on Scandinavian simplicity and minimalism, using a compact footprint to create a functional and inviting space. The interior layout, while minimalist, is thoughtfully designed to maximize space and includes essential amenities, a kitchen, and a sleeping area. The open-plan layout dissolves traditional room boundaries, enhancing the sense of spaciousness. The cabins feature a dark, charred wood exterior, which is both durable and visually striking. Treated with a weather-resistant oil, the charred panels offer longevity and help the structure blend harmoniously with its surroundings. Different-sized windows are strategically placed to offer unique views of the environment from various positions within the cabin, such as while standing, sitting, or lying in bed. The generous use of glazing allows natural light to flood the interiors and creates a strong visual connection to nature. Sustainable design is a core tenet of the Konga cabins. They can be built as fully off-grid houses, powered by a rooftop solar system and equipped with rainwater collection. The cabins also make a conscious effort to minimize environmental impact by incorporating upcycled timber and offcuts from Konga's kitchen production into the construction and interior furnishings. This sustainable and resourceful approach gives each cabin a unique identity. Project credits Architecture: Mette Fredskild Developer: Konga Cabins Founders: Goda Zemaite and Paulius Zemaitis Photography: Dovalde Butenaite Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +16 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 Mette Fredskild More Projects by Please Wait Konga Close ...

RESIDENTIAL | House | Situated in an olive grove in Halkidiki, Greece, The Olive Tree House is a 21-square-meter prefabricated summer house designed by Eva Sopeoglou Architecture and completed in 2016. The project was conceived as a low-maintenance, eco-conscious weekend retreat for its client, offering stunning views of the sea and the monasteries of Mount Athos. The design stands out for its creative use of a perforated, olive-green metallic envelope, which wraps around the structure and is inspired by the dappled shade of olive trees. This innovative cladding, developed in collaboration with metal fabricator METALSO, uses a CNC punching machine to create a textile-like pattern with leaf-shaped perforations. As the sun moves, this envelope fills the interior with a dynamic play of light and shadow, blurring the line between inside and outside. The house's rectangular, 3-by-7-meter plan is oriented to the cardinal points, a strategic placement that maximizes shading, natural ventilation, and views. A thin corridor connects the small interior rooms, which include a kitchen and bedroom, and is aligned with the surrounding olive trees. The building's orientation allows each room to have its own character based on the quality and intensity of its shadows, with colorful morning light on the east side and dramatic midday effects from the south. Full-height sliding metal doors allow the internal spaces to open up completely to the landscape, facilitating semi-indoor and outdoor living. To ensure interior comfort, the design relies on natural ventilation, including a sloped roof that helps extract hot air. The prefabricated nature of the components allows the house to be dismantled at any time, leaving a minimal environmental footprint. Credits Architect: Eva Sopeoglou Photography: Mariana Bisti and Elias Sopeoglou Metal Fabricator: METALSO Sheet Metal Design Manufacturers: AkzoNobel, Isomat, METALSO, Trumpf | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_e8f92eeac2cd44af97f54414e7b11961~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1500,h_1000,al_c,q_85/145.The%20Olive%20Tree%20House%20by%20Eva%20Sopeoglou-Elias%20Sopeoglou%20(1).jpg Please Wait 145.The Olive Tree House by Eva Sopeoglou-Elias Sopeoglou (5).jpg 145.The Olive Tree House by Eva Sopeoglou-Elias Sopeoglou (1).jpg Situated in an olive grove in Halkidiki, Greece, The Olive Tree House is a 21-square-meter prefabricated summer house designed by Eva Sopeoglou Architecture and completed in 2016. The project was conceived as a low-maintenance, eco-conscious weekend retreat for its client, offering stunning views of the sea and the monasteries of Mount Athos. The design stands out for its creative use of a perforated, olive-green metallic envelope, which wraps around the structure and is inspired by the dappled shade of olive trees. This innovative cladding, developed in collaboration with metal fabricator METALSO, uses a CNC punching machine to create a textile-like pattern with leaf-shaped perforations. As the sun moves, this envelope fills the interior with a dynamic play of light and shadow, blurring the line between inside and outside. The house's rectangular, 3-by-7-meter plan is oriented to the cardinal points, a strategic placement that maximizes shading, natural ventilation, and views. A thin corridor connects the small interior rooms, which include a kitchen and bedroom, and is aligned with the surrounding olive trees. The building's orientation allows each room to have its own character based on the quality and intensity of its shadows, with colorful morning light on the east side and dramatic midday effects from the south. Full-height sliding metal doors allow the internal spaces to open up completely to the landscape, facilitating semi-indoor and outdoor living. To ensure interior comfort, the design relies on natural ventilation, including a sloped roof that helps extract hot air. The prefabricated nature of the components allows the house to be dismantled at any time, leaving a minimal environmental footprint. Credits Architect: Eva Sopeoglou Photography: Mariana Bisti and Elias Sopeoglou Metal Fabricator: METALSO Sheet Metal Design Manufacturers: AkzoNobel, Isomat, METALSO, Trumpf 145.The Olive Tree House by Eva Sopeoglou-Elias Sopeoglou (6).jpg 1/6 0 Product 1.8K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in The Olive Tree House Sithonia, Greece Architects: Eva Sopeoglou Eva Sopeoglou Architecture Office Greece Area: Year: City: Client: 21 m² 2016 Sithonia, Halkidiki - Construction: Metalso Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: Greece Photographers: Mariana Bisti, Elias Sopeoglou the Architects Description: Situated in an olive grove in Halkidiki, Greece, The Olive Tree House is a 21-square-meter prefabricated summer house designed by Eva Sopeoglou Architecture and completed in 2016. The project was conceived as a low-maintenance, eco-conscious weekend retreat for its client, offering stunning views of the sea and the monasteries of Mount Athos. The design stands out for its creative use of a perforated, olive-green metallic envelope, which wraps around the structure and is inspired by the dappled shade of olive trees. This innovative cladding, developed in collaboration with metal fabricator METALSO, uses a CNC punching machine to create a textile-like pattern with leaf-shaped perforations. As the sun moves, this envelope fills the interior with a dynamic play of light and shadow, blurring the line between inside and outside. The house's rectangular, 3-by-7-meter plan is oriented to the cardinal points, a strategic placement that maximizes shading, natural ventilation, and views. A thin corridor connects the small interior rooms, which include a kitchen and bedroom, and is aligned with the surrounding olive trees. The building's orientation allows each room to have its own character based on the quality and intensity of its shadows, with colorful morning light on the east side and dramatic midday effects from the south. Full-height sliding metal doors allow the internal spaces to open up completely to the landscape, facilitating semi-indoor and outdoor living. To ensure interior comfort, the design relies on natural ventilation, including a sloped roof that helps extract hot air. The prefabricated nature of the components allows the house to be dismantled at any time, leaving a minimal environmental footprint. Credits Architect: Eva Sopeoglou Photography: Mariana Bisti and Elias Sopeoglou Metal Fabricator: METALSO Sheet Metal Design Manufacturers: AkzoNobel, Isomat, METALSO, Trumpf 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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RESIDENTIAL | House | The Divčibare Mountain Home, designed by Belgrade-based EXE STUDIO and completed in 2015, is an asymmetrical holiday residence located on the hillside of Mount Maljen in western Serbia. The 76-square-meter house was built into the slope to minimize its impact on the site, which, despite being overrun with pine trees, retains the character of an open field. The design is a study in contrasts, merging traditional mountain architecture with contemporary aesthetics through its distinctive dual-volume structure. The house is composed of two main sections, each defined by a different material and texture. One volume is clad in near-black timber shingles, referencing original mountain homes and housing the sheltered porch and entrance, as well as a bedroom above. The other volume features a smooth white ceramic surface and contains the combined living, dining, and kitchen area. A large picture window on the south side of the white volume creates a strong connection between the interior and the idyllic pine forest and hilly terrain outside. The interior maintains a minimalist aesthetic, allowing the focus to remain on the large window and the surrounding landscape. The design and construction process was constrained by a relatively low budget and the site's inaccessibility, which led the architects to create an architecture of simple, robust gestures using locally available materials like pine wood from nearby forests. The resulting structure, with its monochromatic and asymmetrical form, successfully blends with its natural surroundings while offering a modern, contemplative retreat for its inhabitants. Credits Architects: Andreja Mitrović and Tijana Mitrović (EXE STUDIO) Photography: Relja Ivanić | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_4692aa78c8a943e298b13d2ecaa9cd44~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1998,h_2000,al_c,q_90/146.House%20in%20Div%C4%8Dibare%20by%20EXE%20STUDIO-Relja%20Ivani%C4%87%20(1).jpg Please Wait 146.House in Divčibare by EXE STUDIO-Relja Ivanić (1).jpg The Divčibare Mountain Home, designed by Belgrade-based EXE STUDIO and completed in 2015, is an asymmetrical holiday residence located on the hillside of Mount Maljen in western Serbia. The 76-square-meter house was built into the slope to minimize its impact on the site, which, despite being overrun with pine trees, retains the character of an open field. The design is a study in contrasts, merging traditional mountain architecture with contemporary aesthetics through its distinctive dual-volume structure. The house is composed of two main sections, each defined by a different material and texture. One volume is clad in near-black timber shingles, referencing original mountain homes and housing the sheltered porch and entrance, as well as a bedroom above. The other volume features a smooth white ceramic surface and contains the combined living, dining, and kitchen area. A large picture window on the south side of the white volume creates a strong connection between the interior and the idyllic pine forest and hilly terrain outside. The interior maintains a minimalist aesthetic, allowing the focus to remain on the large window and the surrounding landscape. The design and construction process was constrained by a relatively low budget and the site's inaccessibility, which led the architects to create an architecture of simple, robust gestures using locally available materials like pine wood from nearby forests. The resulting structure, with its monochromatic and asymmetrical form, successfully blends with its natural surroundings while offering a modern, contemplative retreat for its inhabitants. Credits Architects: Andreja Mitrović and Tijana Mitrović (EXE STUDIO) Photography: Relja Ivanić 146.House in Divčibare by EXE STUDIO-Relja Ivanić (8).jpg 146.House in Divčibare by EXE STUDIO-Relja Ivanić (12).jpg 1/4 0 Product 2.8K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in House in Divčibare Divčibare, Serbia Architects: EXE STUDIO EXE STUDIO Architecture Office Serbia Area: Year: City: Client: 76 m² 2015 Divčibare Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: Serbia Photographers: Relja Ivanić the Architects Description: The Divčibare Mountain Home, designed by Belgrade-based EXE STUDIO and completed in 2015, is an asymmetrical holiday residence located on the hillside of Mount Maljen in western Serbia. The 76-square-meter house was built into the slope to minimize its impact on the site, which, despite being overrun with pine trees, retains the character of an open field. The design is a study in contrasts, merging traditional mountain architecture with contemporary aesthetics through its distinctive dual-volume structure. The house is composed of two main sections, each defined by a different material and texture. One volume is clad in near-black timber shingles, referencing original mountain homes and housing the sheltered porch and entrance, as well as a bedroom above. The other volume features a smooth white ceramic surface and contains the combined living, dining, and kitchen area. A large picture window on the south side of the white volume creates a strong connection between the interior and the idyllic pine forest and hilly terrain outside. The interior maintains a minimalist aesthetic, allowing the focus to remain on the large window and the surrounding landscape. The design and construction process was constrained by a relatively low budget and the site's inaccessibility, which led the architects to create an architecture of simple, robust gestures using locally available materials like pine wood from nearby forests. The resulting structure, with its monochromatic and asymmetrical form, successfully blends with its natural surroundings while offering a modern, contemplative retreat for its inhabitants. Credits Architects: Andreja Mitrović and Tijana Mitrović (EXE STUDIO) Photography: Relja Ivanić Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +11 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 EXE STUDIO More Projects by Please Wait House in Divčibare Close ...

RESIDENTIAL | House | Completed in 2023, the 1600-square-foot Telescope House is a retreat in the high-desert landscape of Sedona, Arizona, designed by Phoenix-based Wendell Burnette Architects. The house was commissioned by clients who, after visiting the area for decades, wanted a low-impact home that would serve as a seasonal retreat, a short-term rental, and eventually, their full-time residence. The house's design is inspired by the metaphor of a "land-based telescope" that frames specific views of the dramatic desert landscape. Situated on a gently sloping site on the footprint of a former building, the house is intentionally understated. The rectangular form is nestled between two rows of centuries-old Juniper trees that frame views of the iconic Cathedral Rock and Munds Mountain. Clad in weathering Corten steel and with steel-plate window frames, the exterior helps the building recede into the landscape like a "dark shadow," particularly at night, and offers excellent fire resistance. The interiors are designed as a "welcome respite for the eyes in the desert," with a minimalist, dark-toned palette. The floors, walls, ceilings, doors, and cabinets are crafted from FSC-certified recycled wood-dust panels impregnated with a dark pigment, then waxed and buffed. A telescopic central hall, with interior surfaces that step up and out, subtly directs attention toward the panoramic east-facing view. This layout connects the more private, cabinet-like bedroom and bathroom areas on the south to the main living, kitchen, and dining spaces at the east end. The house also incorporates sustainable features, including strategically shaded windows for passive solar heating in the winter, operable windows for cross ventilation, and the potential for a future photovoltaic array. A planned water-harvesting tank will further increase the home's self-sufficiency. Credits Architects: Wendell Burnette Architects (Wendell Burnette, Brandan Siebrecht, Jared Abraham, and Joby Dutton) Clients: Ian and Anne Nowland Photography: Jason Roehner General Contractor & Custom Fabrication: Roots Design Build (Mark McCulloch) Structural Engineer: Rudow + Berry, Inc Electrical Engineer: Woodward Engineering Mechanical Consulting: EKR Heating and Cooling Lighting Design: Creative Designs in Lighting Millwork: CMCW (Chris Madsen) Miscellaneous Steel: Falcon Steel (Scott Dow) Facade Consulting: Tryland Homes (Robert Densmore) Signage & Artworks: Arpark Signs (Gretchen Wilde) Landscape Contractor: Arterra Inc Home Automation & Media: Technically Integrated (Jared Payne) Rendering & Visualization: 5visual | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_1e688209c6a8473daae9ab5fb9511008~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_2364,h_1330,al_c,q_90/416.Telescope%20House%20by%20Wendell%20Burnette%20Architects-%20Jason%20Roehner%20(1).jpg Please Wait 416.Telescope House by Wendell Burnette Architects- Jason Roehner (1).jpg "Completed in 2023, the 1600-square-foot Telescope House is a retreat in the high-desert landscape of Sedona, Arizona, designed by Phoenix-based Wendell Burnette Architects. The house was commissioned by clients who, after visiting the area for decades, wanted a low-impact home that would serve as a seasonal retreat, a short-term rental, and eventually, their full-time residence. The house's design is inspired by the metaphor of a ""land-based telescope"" that frames specific views of the dramatic desert landscape. Situated on a gently sloping site on the footprint of a former building, the house is intentionally understated. The rectangular form is nestled between two rows of centuries-old Juniper trees that frame views of the iconic Cathedral Rock and Munds Mountain. Clad in weathering Corten steel and with steel-plate window frames, the exterior helps the building recede into the landscape like a ""dark shadow,"" particularly at night, and offers excellent fire resistance. The interiors are designed as a ""welcome respite for the eyes in the desert,"" with a minimalist, dark-toned palette. The floors, walls, ceilings, doors, and cabinets are crafted from FSC-certified recycled wood-dust panels impregnated with a dark pigment, then waxed and buffed. A telescopic central hall, with interior surfaces that step up and out, subtly directs attention toward the panoramic east-facing view. This layout connects the more private, cabinet-like bedroom and bathroom areas on the south to the main living, kitchen, and dining spaces at the east end. The house also incorporates sustainable features, including strategically shaded windows for passive solar heating in the winter, operable windows for cross ventilation, and the potential for a future photovoltaic array. A planned water-harvesting tank will further increase the home's self-sufficiency. Credits Architects: Wendell Burnette Architects (Wendell Burnette, Brandan Siebrecht, Jared Abraham, and Joby Dutton) Clients: Ian and Anne Nowland Photography: Jason Roehner General Contractor & Custom Fabrication: Roots Design Build (Mark McCulloch) Structural Engineer: Rudow + Berry, Inc Electrical Engineer: Woodward Engineering Mechanical Consulting: EKR Heating and Cooling Lighting Design: Creative Designs in Lighting Millwork: CMCW (Chris Madsen) Miscellaneous Steel: Falcon Steel (Scott Dow) Facade Consulting: Tryland Homes (Robert Densmore) Signage & Artworks: Arpark Signs (Gretchen Wilde) Landscape Contractor: Arterra Inc Home Automation & Media: Technically Integrated (Jared Payne) Rendering & Visualization: 5visual" 416.Telescope House by Wendell Burnette Architects- Jason Roehner (4).jpg 416.Telescope House by Wendell Burnette Architects- Jason Roehner (2).jpg 1/6 0 Product 1.2K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Telescope House Sedona, AZ 86336, USA Architects: Wendell Burnette Architects Wendell Burnette Architects Architecture Office United States Area: Year: City: Client: 149 m² 2023 Sedona Ian and Anne Nowland Construction: Roots Design Build Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: House Post Type: Building Country: United States Photographers: Jason Roehner the Architects Description: Completed in 2023, the 1600-square-foot Telescope House is a retreat in the high-desert landscape of Sedona, Arizona, designed by Phoenix-based Wendell Burnette Architects. The house was commissioned by clients who, after visiting the area for decades, wanted a low-impact home that would serve as a seasonal retreat, a short-term rental, and eventually, their full-time residence. The house's design is inspired by the metaphor of a "land-based telescope" that frames specific views of the dramatic desert landscape. Situated on a gently sloping site on the footprint of a former building, the house is intentionally understated. The rectangular form is nestled between two rows of centuries-old Juniper trees that frame views of the iconic Cathedral Rock and Munds Mountain. Clad in weathering Corten steel and with steel-plate window frames, the exterior helps the building recede into the landscape like a "dark shadow," particularly at night, and offers excellent fire resistance. The interiors are designed as a "welcome respite for the eyes in the desert," with a minimalist, dark-toned palette. The floors, walls, ceilings, doors, and cabinets are crafted from FSC-certified recycled wood-dust panels impregnated with a dark pigment, then waxed and buffed. A telescopic central hall, with interior surfaces that step up and out, subtly directs attention toward the panoramic east-facing view. This layout connects the more private, cabinet-like bedroom and bathroom areas on the south to the main living, kitchen, and dining spaces at the east end. The house also incorporates sustainable features, including strategically shaded windows for passive solar heating in the winter, operable windows for cross ventilation, and the potential for a future photovoltaic array. A planned water-harvesting tank will further increase the home's self-sufficiency. Credits Architects: Wendell Burnette Architects (Wendell Burnette, Brandan Siebrecht, Jared Abraham, and Joby Dutton) Clients: Ian and Anne Nowland Photography: Jason Roehner General Contractor & Custom Fabrication: Roots Design Build (Mark McCulloch) Structural Engineer: Rudow + Berry, Inc Electrical Engineer: Woodward Engineering Mechanical Consulting: EKR Heating and Cooling Lighting Design: Creative Designs in Lighting Millwork: CMCW (Chris Madsen) Miscellaneous Steel: Falcon Steel (Scott Dow) Facade Consulting: Tryland Homes (Robert Densmore) Signage & Artworks: Arpark Signs (Gretchen Wilde) Landscape Contractor: Arterra Inc Home Automation & Media: Technically Integrated (Jared Payne) Rendering & Visualization: 5visual Published on September 23, 2025 by: Premium Member Architectural Designer Micro Homes View all Images +17 Plans & 2Ds Signup Signup as "Architecture Office" Signup as "Manufacturer" Comment ... 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RESIDENTIAL | Tiny Home | Nestled into a sloping, forested site in the Swiss Alps, the Holiday House Aulina is a compact and refined 53-square-meter cabin designed by Oliver Christen Architekten. Built in 2021 as a replacement for an older structure, the house is located in the Flumserberg-Bergheim area, where it offers its inhabitants almost uninterrupted views of the surrounding woodland, mountains, and Lake Walen. The design concept likens the compact building to a "casket," carefully blending it into the landscape. The exterior is a striking, dark wooden volume with a classic gabled roof. The vertical charred-wood cladding is arranged at different depths, creating a rich texture that changes depending on the light and the viewer's perspective. The facade has a changeable character, thanks to foldable wooden shutters on the ground floor. When the house is unoccupied, these shutters can be closed, making the house appear more reserved and protected. When the owners are present, the shutters open to connect the interior with the surrounding scenery. In stark contrast to the dark exterior, the interior is bright and minimalist, defined by the use of light birch plywood surfaces. This choice of material creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, with built-in storage and joinery seamlessly integrated into the walls to maximize space. The floor plan is organized vertically, with a "reversed" layout. The ground floor contains the bedrooms, a bathroom, and a workspace, while the upper floor is dedicated to the kitchen, dining, and living areas. This arrangement allows the main living spaces to benefit most from the panoramic views. Project credits Architects: Oliver Christen Architekten Photography: Rasmus Norlander Location: Flumserberg, St. Gallen, Switzerland | https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a0ba0f_e98f2a67e78b42eebd3bde4a379616e5~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1600,h_1131,al_c,q_85/302.Holiday%20House%20Aulina%20by%20Oliver%20Christen%20Architekten-Rasmus%20Norlander%20(1)1.jpg Please Wait 302.Holiday House Aulina by Oliver Christen Architekten-Rasmus Norlander (1).jpg "Nestled into a sloping, forested site in the Swiss Alps, the Holiday House Aulina is a compact and refined 53-square-meter cabin designed by Oliver Christen Architekten. Built in 2021 as a replacement for an older structure, the house is located in the Flumserberg-Bergheim area, where it offers its inhabitants almost uninterrupted views of the surrounding woodland, mountains, and Lake Walen. The design concept likens the compact building to a ""casket,"" carefully blending it into the landscape. The exterior is a striking, dark wooden volume with a classic gabled roof. The vertical charred-wood cladding is arranged at different depths, creating a rich texture that changes depending on the light and the viewer's perspective. The facade has a changeable character, thanks to foldable wooden shutters on the ground floor. When the house is unoccupied, these shutters can be closed, making the house appear more reserved and protected. When the owners are present, the shutters open to connect the interior with the surrounding scenery. In stark contrast to the dark exterior, the interior is bright and minimalist, defined by the use of light birch plywood surfaces. This choice of material creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, with built-in storage and joinery seamlessly integrated into the walls to maximize space. The floor plan is organized vertically, with a ""reversed"" layout. The ground floor contains the bedrooms, a bathroom, and a workspace, while the upper floor is dedicated to the kitchen, dining, and living areas. This arrangement allows the main living spaces to benefit most from the panoramic views. Project credits Architects: Oliver Christen Architekten Photography: Rasmus Norlander Location: Flumserberg, St. Gallen, Switzerland" 302.Holiday House Aulina by Oliver Christen Architekten-Rasmus Norlander (3).jpg 302.Holiday House Aulina by Oliver Christen Architekten-Rasmus Norlander (4).jpg 1/3 0 Product 1.5K Views 0 0 Pin Pin Private Public x Appreciators Appreciated Appreciate Please Log in Holiday House Aulina Flumserberg Bergheim, 8896 Flums, Switzerland Architects: Oliver Christen Architekten Oliver Christen Architekten Architecture Office Switzerland Area: Year: City: Client: 53 m² 2021 Flumserberg-Bergheim - Construction: - Category: RESIDENTIAL Project Type: Tiny Home Post Type: Building Country: Switzerland Photographers: Rasmus Norlander the Architects Description: Nestled into a sloping, forested site in the Swiss Alps, the Holiday House Aulina is a compact and refined 53-square-meter cabin designed by Oliver Christen Architekten. Built in 2021 as a replacement for an older structure, the house is located in the Flumserberg-Bergheim area, where it offers its inhabitants almost uninterrupted views of the surrounding woodland, mountains, and Lake Walen. The design concept likens the compact building to a "casket," carefully blending it into the landscape. The exterior is a striking, dark wooden volume with a classic gabled roof. The vertical charred-wood cladding is arranged at different depths, creating a rich texture that changes depending on the light and the viewer's perspective. The facade has a changeable character, thanks to foldable wooden shutters on the ground floor. When the house is unoccupied, these shutters can be closed, making the house appear more reserved and protected. When the owners are present, the shutters open to connect the interior with the surrounding scenery. In stark contrast to the dark exterior, the interior is bright and minimalist, defined by the use of light birch plywood surfaces. This choice of material creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, with built-in storage and joinery seamlessly integrated into the walls to maximize space. The floor plan is organized vertically, with a "reversed" layout. The ground floor contains the bedrooms, a bathroom, and a workspace, while the upper floor is dedicated to the kitchen, dining, and living areas. This arrangement allows the main living spaces to benefit most from the panoramic views. Project credits Architects: Oliver Christen Architekten Photography: Rasmus Norlander Location: Flumserberg, St. Gallen, Switzerland 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 ... 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