Custom timber design
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about custom timber design
Project • By Oslotre • Housing
Y Cabin
Y cabin is located in the Vikerfjell mountain range in Ringerike, Norway. Extending slightly out over a small crag, it peeks out between the pine trees and gazes upon a northern forest landscape. The building volume branches out in three directions from a central pivot point, where six differently angled cross laminated timber slats meet. This creates a complex roof geometry which allows for an open and flexible space, eliminating the need for beams and columns.
Nadia Norskott
Kyrre Sundal
The plan is zoned into the three branches. One of which contains the bedrooms, clad in ocher-colored valchromat, while the two remaining branches are split between the dining room and a living room / kitchen space. The fireplace, centered where... More
Project • By Dietrich Untertrifaller • Private Houses
House STA
The residential building from the 1960s no longer met contemporary requirements, neither visually, ecologically, nor in terms of the room layout. A conversion would not have been profitable, so we decided to demolish the house down to the basement and build a new two-storey wooden construction on top.
The new building is based on the previous volume and floor space. Even the small recess of the south facade follows the trace of the old house. The preserved basement serves as a plinth and offers space for bicycle, storage and technical rooms.
The new house is designed as a light wooden structure, with a spacious living, cooking and dining room, office and guest bathroom on the ground floor; children’s rooms and master bedroom with ba... More
Project • By Kensit Architects • Private Houses
Googong House
Introducing Googong House: A Contemporary Haven for Modern Living
Nestled within the vibrant suburban landscape of Googong, just outside of Queanbeyan in New South Wales, Australia, stands a remarkable architectural achievement. Googong House, designed by our firm, is a testament to the harmonious blending of functionality, style, and adaptability.
This exquisite home was envisioned as a sanctuary for a young couple, crafted to evolve and grow with their expanding family. Every detail was meticulously planned to create an environment that seamlessly blends comfort, practicality, and the beauty of modern design.
Drawing inspiration from the abundant natural light, the house was thoughtfully designed to capture the sun's rays, infusing eac... More
Project • By Cera Stribley • Private Houses
Parkside Beach House
Taking inspiration from the iconic Mornington bathing boxes, Parkside Beach House features concrete bricks and timber batten cladding throughout. The property is ideal for multi-family use and balances open and spacious communal areas with the privacy of secluded retreats.
This holiday home is designed to accommodate multiple families and guests simultaneously, creating the need for both insulated, private spheres as well as functional and welcoming communal areas. With apartment-like spaces, private entry points and a kitchenette independent of the main living/kitchen area, Parkside fits this brief perfectly.
With the dramatic juxtaposition of the timber batten cladding and block work of the carport area, the exterior of the... More