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Cologne Hahnwald's Top Storey Juts Out Over the Ground Floor

The Cologne Hahnwald House, a new residential project from Corneille Uedingslohmann Architekten, has unique design features on both the interior and exterior. Its broader exterior design features two rectangular volumes stacked on top of one another at canted angles, and its interior has a striking private swimming pool.

Because of the layout of the stacked storeys, the upper floor has a significant portion cantilevered out over the ground floor. This gives the interior in that portion of the room a sense of floating -- which is only accentuated by the broad windows.

Further, the Cologne Hahnwald house features a beautiful indoor swimming pool. Originally, the architects were hired to incorporate a pool into the house that previously stood on the property. After seeing that such a task would be virtually impossible given the parameters, the client chose to build an entirely new house on the property instead.
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1. Cantilevered Architecture - Opportunity to explore new building techniques that allow for unique designs and innovative use of space.
2. Private Home Swimming Pools - Increasing demand for luxurious at-home amenities, presenting opportunities for construction and design firms.
3. Stacked Volume Design - Approaching architecture from a fresh perspective to push beyond conventional design and create visually striking buildings.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Opportunity for architects to push boundaries and incorporate new, innovative design features in residential homes.
2. Construction - Opportunity for construction companies to explore modern building techniques to create unique designs and offer luxury amenities.
3. Interior Design - Demand for innovative designs and use of space provide interior designers with opportunities to push boundaries and offer new, unique services.

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