architact: roof house

architact: roof house


'roof house' by architact

images courtesy of architact



the 'roof house' by russian based practice architact is a minimalist office space for a company that affiliates with the housing sector.
reminiscent of vernacular dwelling forms, the design directly responds to its dense urban environment with a segmented facade allowing
clear sight lines connecting pedestrians to the interior. by alternating panels of wood and glass, a balance of natural light and privacy
contributes to a desirable work atmosphere.

the structure is entirely constructed with timber framing and sheathed with laminated veneer lumber. connections are affixed with
steel links and voids are sealed with frameless glass. steel rods are delicately joined in the loft's vaulted ceiling directly above the
work stations. the south facade is protected with automatic wood fins which pivot on a vertical axis to partially shade the interior
or completely block the passage of sunlight.



balcony




facade




library




(left) work stations in loft
(right) meeting area




floor plan / level 0



sections



(left) south elevation with closed fins

(right) south elevation with open fins



elevations




model




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sketches



designboom has received this project from our 'DIY submissions' feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication.

Russia
07.28.11  
5
Muy pero que muy bonito
A   07.29.11
nice project
Vitaliy   07.29.11
It looks like it would make a nice church building!
Mark   07.29.11
Interesting. Thanks for submitting d;-)
Jetwax   07.30.11
rederings are great which program is it ?
v   08.03.11

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