This timber shed is traditional, minimalist and distraction-free. Standing tall in Lillehammer, Norway, the gabled design is particularly standard. However, the structure's purpose is far more captivating -- Oslo-based architect Jon Danielsen Aarhus builds this quaint timber shed for a recently retired couple who wanted a space to enjoy their hobbies and invite friends and family over to stay.
While the architect references traditional Norwegian barn structures in the two-storey building, the sizable and adorably red-accented windows give the timber shed a modern feel. Providing the owners with a space to paint, sculpt and practice botany, the design by Jon Danielsen Aarhus proves to be creativity-enhancing, calm and free from outside interferences.
Photo Credits: Knut Bry
Inspiration-Driven Timber Sheds
Jon Danielsen Aarhus Designs a Traditional Shed for a Couple
Trend Themes
1. Timber Shed Revival - Designing traditional timber sheds with modern accents is a rising trend to create personalized spaces for work and leisure activities.
2. Modular Sheds - The trend of creating modular sheds that can be customized to suit the owner's specific needs will continue to grow as more people work from home.
3. Multi-functional Sheds - Multi-functional sheds that can be used for hobbies, workspaces and guest accommodations are gaining widespread popularity, creating a disruptive innovation opportunity for architects and builders.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects can capitalize on the trend of designing timber sheds with a modern twist and flexible functionality that caters to the owner's needs and preferences.
2. Construction - Construction companies can leverage the trend of customized modular sheds to create personalized work and leisure spaces for people who work from home.
3. Hospitality - The increasing trend of sheds as guest accommodations creates an opportunity for the hospitality industry to explore new revenue streams and offer unique experiences to customers.