Swedish architecture firm Förstberg Ling leads the new extension design of the House with a Hidden Atrium located in Denmark. The home is defined by its cluster of volumes which are clad in blackened pine -- this conceals a small courtyard at the middle of the residence. The extension has two stories and is designed to add more living spaces to the cabin first built in the 50s.
The studio spoke to Dezeen about the project, noting "The old house contains the public rooms, living room and kitchen and it sits on the high point of the plot with panoramic views overlooking the sea. We couldn't really compete with this view, so instead we focused on and worked with the qualities of more private spaces, having the rooms and volumes being more introspective and vertical."
Image Credit: Markus Linderoth
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Sustainable Blackened Materials
- Architects are employing charred wood techniques to not only add a unique aesthetic but also enhance material sustainability and longevity.
- Introspective Architecture
- Designers are prioritizing private, introspective spaces in urban residential projects to counterbalance open and public living areas.
- Hidden Nature Integration
- The trend of integrating hidden courtyards and atriums in residential architecture promotes the seamless blending of natural and built environments.
Where This Applies
- Residential Architecture
- Innovations in residential design focus on creating introspective spaces that balance privacy with aesthetic appeal.
- Sustainable Building Materials
- The use of blackened pine as a cladding material highlights a rising demand for sustainability in building practices.
- Urban Housing Development
- Incorporating concealed natural elements in urban housing speaks to a growing consumer interest in biophilic design.
