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Charred Wood Façade and Sustainable Timber Structure for Community Fostering

Author:
Loic Daniel
Charred Wood Façade and Sustainable Timber Structure for Community Fostering

Project in-detail

Constructed with charred wood façades and a modular timber structure, the design creates a sustainable environment that encourages community interaction within a natural reserve setting.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes a veritable column to enhance structural integrity and spatial flow.
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Incorporates charred wooden shingles for natural weather resistance.
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Modular design allows for easy adaptation to future needs.
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Features extensive glass façades to maximize natural light and views.
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Includes communal spaces designed to foster social interaction among guests.
Caramel Shore Traveller's Rooms is an architectural project designed to accommodate travelers while integrating harmoniously with its natural surroundings. Located near a natural reserve, the project emphasizes sustainability, community interaction, and a deep respect for the local ecology. The architectural design establishes a connection between the built environment and the landscape, enhancing user experience through thoughtful spatial arrangements.

Veritable Column and Modular Design

A significant feature of the Caramel Shore Traveller's Rooms is the introduction of the "veritable column," which serves as both a structural and conceptual axis. This element facilitates access and movement throughout the spaces while establishing a strong visual connection between various areas. The design adopts a modular approach, allowing the structure to adapt over time to meet changing needs while minimizing the impact on the environment. This adaptability is crucial in an increasingly climate-sensitive world, where flexibility in design is essential.

Community-Centric Spaces and Functionality

The project focuses on fostering community engagement through its layout. Key components include the traveller's rooms, a sauna square, and viewing terraces. Traveller’s rooms are designed with privacy in mind yet maintain an openness to the environment, allowing occupants to connect with nature while ensuring comfort. The sauna square functions as a communal area, encouraging social interaction among guests and prompting shared experiences. Additionally, strategically placed viewing terraces enhance the connection to the surrounding landscape, facilitating both individual reflection and social activities.

The architectural design prioritizes sustainability by incorporating locally sourced, eco-friendly materials. Sustainable timber frames the structure, while extensive use of glass maximizes natural light and views. Steel is utilized in the structural framework for its longevity and strength, particularly in areas prone to flooding. Local render finishes maintain aesthetic coherence with the surroundings, reinforcing the project's commitment to blending architecture with its environment.

Explore the project presentation for architectural plans, sections, designs, and unique ideas that reveal more about this innovative architectural endeavor. Understanding the details of the Caramel Shore Traveller's Rooms can provide deeper insights into the intersection of functionality, sustainability, and community within contemporary architecture.
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The 10th edition of the MICROHOME architecture competition invites architects and designers from around the world to explore the possibilities of compact, sustainable living. Hosted by Buildner in collaboration with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this special edition challenges participants to design an off-grid, modular microhome for a young professional couple, with a maximum floor area of 25 m². Designs should prioritize innovation, efficiency, and real-world feasibility. 

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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

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