Concept
This modern retreat is conceived as a silent dialogue between architecture and nature. Set within a dense forest, the house is designed as a linear pavilion a restrained volume that frames its surroundings rather than competing with them. The architectural language is defined by clarity, minimalism, and stillness, allowing the forest to become both backdrop and protagonist. The project challenges the boundary between interior and exterior, creating a dwelling that is immersive, contemplative, and profoundly connected to its site.
Spatial Flow
The spatial layout is organized along a single longitudinal axis, reinforcing horizontality and transparency. The program flows seamlessly from living to dining to sleeping areas without visual interruption, unified by a continuous material palette and unobstructed glazing. Spaces are arranged to maintain a constant relationship with the forest every room enjoys framed views and access to nature, blurring the threshold between architecture and landscape. Transitions are subtle and choreographed, offering a fluid and intuitive living experience.
789
Hours of Work
Juli 2015
Construction Date
3820ft
Surface Area
1.800.000$
Budget
Integration with Context
The house is not imposed upon the forest it is carefully inserted. Its low profile, muted materials, and reflective surfaces respect the site’s natural character. The concrete frame provides both a structural and conceptual grounding, while large glass planes dissolve the sense of enclosure. Landscaping is kept minimal and naturalistic, preserving the forest floor and allowing the architecture to appear as if it has emerged from the landscape itself. The result is a dwelling that belongs to its place quietly, confidently, and without compromise.
Light & Shadow
Natural light enters the house as a soft, filtered presence, modulated by the canopy of surrounding trees and the depth of the architectural overhangs. The extensive glazing transforms changing weather and time of day into dynamic performances across surfaces. At dusk, warm interior light glows gently against the forest’s cool tones, evoking a lantern-like presence in the woods. The play of light and shadow enriches the purity of the architectural form, animating the space while preserving its meditative atmosphere.
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