mar 14, 2012

martin möstbock: my cousin's house

‘my cousin’s house’ by martin mostböck, oberpullendorf, austria all images courtesy of martin mostböck

‘my cousin’s house’ is a single family residence and garden oberpullendorf, austria by wein-based practice martin mostböck. the zigzagged roofline creates clerestory windows which are placed to encourage and control ventilation within the living spaces, contributing to its status as a passive structure. reinforced concrete serves as a thermally efficient building material while solar collectors generate the home’s heat and hot water sources. the 150 square meter dwelling includes an office, terrace and carport. the internal organization is derived from the movement of inhabitants in accordance with the sun and moon.

view from street

entry path

view from sidewalk

entry

elevated perspective of front door and entry

rear facade

elevated perspective of rear facade

view from garden

during winter

floor plan / level 0

floor plan / level 1

section

elevation

sketch

lauren grieco I designboom

mar 14, 2012

Building theories of modern humans and for the convenience of cohabitation with nature
elhoussany says:
Mar 14, 2012
Nice construction but where are the indoor shots?
emedoble says:
Mar 20, 2012

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