MIR architectes and Nicolas Hugoo designed a wooden house extension for an existing two-story home in Paris. The extension provides more living space, natural light and an eye-catching image from the outside.
The use of wood was driven by the homes deteriorating foundation and poor build quality in hopes that it would be a light enough load to add on top. Inside the extension is a staircase that leads to a mezzanine and living area. A skylight exposes the roof and and a large window allows plenty of natural light to flood the extension. Following planning regulations, the architects needed to have the required interior volume and a balanced relationship with the surrounding buildings.
This is a beautiful way to extend your home, especially if you have any worries about the preexisting structure and how it might hold up to more weight.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Wooden House Extensions
- Opportunity for innovation in designing and constructing wooden house extensions to add more living space and natural light.
- Lightweight Load-bearing Structures
- Potential for disruptive innovation in developing lightweight load-bearing structures for house extensions, addressing concerns about existing structures.
- Integration of Natural Light
- Innovative solutions to integrate ample natural light into house extensions, creating a bright and visually appealing living environment.
Sectors Adopting This
- Architecture and Construction
- Opportunity for architects and construction companies to specialize in designing and building wooden house extensions.
- Building Materials
- Disruptive innovation possibilities in the development of lightweight and durable building materials suitable for house extensions.
- Lighting Technology
- Innovative lighting solutions can enhance the integration of natural light in house extensions, creating a pleasant indoor environment.
