yonder sets oblique-shaped mountain retreat in rural germany

yonder sets oblique-shaped mountain retreat in rural germany
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studio yonder has shared their project ‘haus p’ – a dark-cladded holiday home for a family of seven from hamburg. the architecture is a nod to the traditional form of allgäu mountain houses, illustrated with the shallow gabled roof and basement program.

housing a family of seven, the form references traditional form of allgäu mountain houses
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the structure has been divided into two volumes; one containing the living programs, the other serving as a shed. in between the two structures, a sheltered courtyard has been established. meanwhile, the rear façade of the residence has been ‘cut’ obliquely to also form a point of access. charred timber has been chosen as the material for the envelope and in contrast, the interiors are wrapped in a lighter wood. the uneven topography of the hill is stabilized by a concrete base in which the residence sits upon.

the structure has been divided into two with the small of the two containing the shed
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the dynamic exterior has influenced the irregular shape of the rooms inside. a large picture window in the room containing the living, kitchen and dining room frames an uninterrupted view of the rural landscape with the interiors embodying a slight scandinavian aesthetic. the refined choice in furniture and materials emphasize the aim to create a comfortable and inviting living program. elements such as the concrete fireplace, a reclining and reading loft under the roof where guests can relax and deep set skylights provide a direct view for stargazing.

the main living area shows the kitchen, dining and concrete fireplace
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the dining area from above
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the bedroom upstairs that sleeps three people
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the backboard from the bed can be used as a side table and storage unit
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windows look out to the landscape
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the concrete fireplace sits as a buffer between the kitchen and living
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the structure is clad in a charred timber
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