'aluminum-ring house' by atelier tekuto

an exterior view of the 'aluminum-ring house' by atelier tekuto

the concept behind the 'aluminum-ring house' by atelier tekuto is to build structures made of aluminum that
possess a sense of presence within the living space. the structure of the plan, using radiator and lighting,
combines the functionality of an aluminum extrusion which has a characteristic ring shape, to encompass
a room on all four sides. the house's construction acts as a radiator: by passing pipes through the hollow
portions of the extruded aluminum rings, hot and cold water can be circulated through the structure.
the rings can also be used as pipes for water supply, drainage and electrical equipment systems.

aluminum is used for its high thermal conductivity, as well as offering better conditions for thermal radiation
and reflection. using the aluminum structure as a thermal radiator produces heat by radiation, slowly increasing
as well as maintaining overall stability in temperature of a room, bringing warmth. the way the house works
involves sending heated water to a heating device under the floor via a heat pump. the heat is then generated
from this device and transmitted to the aluminum rings which in turn emit warmth throughout the house.
the second 'aluminum-ring house', whose framework was completed in october, is set to be finished this month.






a view of the aluminum rings from the interior, running up the walls, over the ceiling and under the floor






the aluminum rings can be sized according to structural needs


right: aluminum rings being fitted into the foundation, left: the framework of the house


a technical diagram of the house

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