The design integrates a residential structure within a natural setting, emphasizing sustainability and consideration for the environment. Surrounded by diverse landscape features, the design highlights a unique architectural approach that allows the building to sit comfortably on the site. It presents a green ramp that winds from the ground to the ceiling. This ramp is both a functional pathway and a visual connection to the landscape. The house adopts a spiral form based on the golden ratio, transitioning from spacious communal areas to more intimate private spaces, culminating in an interior garden at the center.

House Development

The design process began with elevating the house, followed by creating an artificial hill to accommodate a lower floor. This elevation allows the structure to blend with the landscape, preserving the existing ecology while providing unobstructed views. The use of cuboid and ovoid forms in the hill design results in a cliff-like structure that allows light to enter the lower level, enriching the spatial experience.

Workshop Design

Similar to the main house, the workshop also features an elevated design and is wrapped in a hill. This design approach maintains a visual connection between the two structures. Three cylindrical openings serve as entrances and natural light sources, enhancing usability while preserving the cohesive architectural style throughout the development.

Sustainable Features

Specialized elements like the bat house are designed to support local bat populations, highlighting a commitment to environmental care. These structures, suspended from tree branches, encourage biodiversity on the site. The barn serves functional needs by providing storage for gardening and repair tools and includes a generator for backup energy, as well as provisions for solar panels, reinforcing a sustainable approach.

Design Details

The workshop focuses on the needs of artists, featuring large windows that bring in natural light and frame picturesque views of the adjacent lake. This thoughtful attention to light and scenery plays a significant role in creating an inspiring workspace. Each design element is purposefully planned to enhance the interaction between the occupants and their surrounding environment.