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This clever take on a bach by Crosson Clarke Carnachan Architects sits atop two solid timber sleds that allow the beach house to be relocated as needed to cope with erosion of the site. The 430-square-foot retreat is located on the idyllic Coromandel Peninsula and sleeps a family of five. The textured macrocarpa cladding blends into the surrounding landscape, and it protects the home from the often harsh coastal environment.
This clever take on a bach by Crosson Clarke Carnachan Architects sits atop two solid timber sleds that allow the beach house to be relocated as needed to cope with erosion of the site. The 430-square-foot retreat is located on the idyllic Coromandel Peninsula and sleeps a family of five. The textured macrocarpa cladding blends into the surrounding landscape, and it protects the home from the often harsh coastal environment.
Exterior view of The Backcountry Hut's
Exterior view of The Backcountry Hut's
- Cupertino, California Dwell Magazine : September / October 2017
- Cupertino, California Dwell Magazine : September / October 2017
Because of its irregular, otherworldly form, and how it seems to be suspended in midair, the cabin was named "Ufogel," which is a melding of the acronym UFO and "vogel," meaning bird in German.
Because of its irregular, otherworldly form, and how it seems to be suspended in midair, the cabin was named "Ufogel," which is a melding of the acronym UFO and "vogel," meaning bird in German.
Tasmania, Australia Dwell Magazine : September / October 2017
Tasmania, Australia Dwell Magazine : September / October 2017
A bridge links the living area to the kitchen.
A bridge links the living area to the kitchen.
'73 BMW 2002
'73 BMW 2002
The Pierre | Olson Kundig
The Pierre | Olson Kundig
Imagine waking up in a room with a stunning view, eating your breakfast on a terrace, walking to a secluded beach for a short dip in the ocean, then drinking wine near a private pool while watching the sunset. That is exactly what Casa Tiny offers to its guests, who can now rent it through Boutique Homes. The cozy house is located on the Oaxaca Coast in Mexico near Casa Wabi, an artists’ retreat founded by Mexican artist Bosco Sodi.
Imagine waking up in a room with a stunning view, eating your breakfast on a terrace, walking to a secluded beach for a short dip in the ocean, then drinking wine near a private pool while watching the sunset. That is exactly what Casa Tiny offers to its guests, who can now rent it through Boutique Homes. The cozy house is located on the Oaxaca Coast in Mexico near Casa Wabi, an artists’ retreat founded by Mexican artist Bosco Sodi.
Work It “We wanted to open up the back of the house, but there’s nothing to look at,” says Dana. “So we decided to put something in our yard as a focal point, to create our own view.” The architects came up with a glass-walled studio, which Dana uses as her home office. The architects mounted a steel I-beam that spans the yard, with holes drilled at eight-inch intervals for maximum flexibility of use. Right now it’s used for Ikea play equipment, but later they plan to hang a hammock and a movie screen. ikea.com
Work It “We wanted to open up the back of the house, but there’s nothing to look at,” says Dana. “So we decided to put something in our yard as a focal point, to create our own view.” The architects came up with a glass-walled studio, which Dana uses as her home office. The architects mounted a steel I-beam that spans the yard, with holes drilled at eight-inch intervals for maximum flexibility of use. Right now it’s used for Ikea play equipment, but later they plan to hang a hammock and a movie screen. ikea.com
Challenged by the dimensions of the narrow lot, the team worked through significant programmatic and logistical constraints during the design and construction process. The final concept for the layout was a modern take on the side hall plan. The living spaces are stretched back deep into the lot, and strategically raised above grade to allow sunlight to penetrate into multiple living spaces. The multifunctional courtyard serves as outdoor workspace, gardening area, children's play area, and covered parking during winter months.
Challenged by the dimensions of the narrow lot, the team worked through significant programmatic and logistical constraints during the design and construction process. The final concept for the layout was a modern take on the side hall plan. The living spaces are stretched back deep into the lot, and strategically raised above grade to allow sunlight to penetrate into multiple living spaces. The multifunctional courtyard serves as outdoor workspace, gardening area, children's play area, and covered parking during winter months.

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