dark wooden slats coat house in saint-malo by maab architectes, sitting on stone plinth

Studio mAAb Architectes builds New House in Saint-Malo

Studio mAAb Architectes constructs New House in Saint-Malo, France, cladding the exterior in dark wooden slats. Due to structural constraints, the original house was demolished, with only the existing masonry wall facing the street retained. This wall served as a reference for the design of the new facades. The new building adopts a simple volume, drawing from the form of traditional houses with a double-pitched roof.

all images by Francois Baudry

gabled roof completes the timber-framed envelope

The structural system includes a concrete floor slab and a timber-framed envelope, insulated using bio-sourced materials. The design team at Studio mAAb Architectes opts for slate for the roof’s finishes. Interior finishes are composed of durable, restrained materials. A double-height space in the living area enhances daylight penetration, while a large skylight on the upper level provides views of the nearby sea.

the design responds to the footprint of the original house

dark wooden slats define the new exterior

a double-height living area maximizes natural light

daylight filters through large vertical openings

the new structure integrates sustainably sourced components

the envelope uses a timber frame with bio-sourced insulation

the upper floor skylight frames distant sea views

rooflines and rhythm echo familiar local silhouettes

simple geometry meets thoughtful materiality

Studio mAAb Architectes references traditional residences

project info:

name: New House In Saint-Malo
architect: Studio mAAb Architectes | @studiomaab

location: Saint-Malo, France

photographer: Francois Baudry | @francoisbaudry_

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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom