It starts from scrap wood and plastic bags until the addition of two room bamboo house complete with an open courtyard. The bed is designed and placed so that one could see the moon as he or she falls asleep. The long house has a bedroom on one end and a kitchen and living space on the other, separated by an open courtyard with hammocks. The roof system consists of inverted cones of bamboo rings layered by a larger metal protective roof. This open air construction and the large overhanging tin roofs automatically serve as natural ventilation with ample shade from the hot sun. The foundation is poured concrete and the structure is formed with steel, while the bamboo rings are covered in burlap to provide more shade and protection.
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Wednesday, August 18, 2010
The Crib – Small Shelter Design for Weekend Retreat
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Inspired by the award-winning Shack at Hinkle Farm, by Broadhurst Architects, Inc., the Crib TM is a multi-purpose small shelter with myriad function ranging from a weekend retreat, a home yoga studio, a backyard home office, to cabins. An interesting aspect is the material of which this crib made. Going along with the growing spirit of environmentalism, it utilizes recyclable material that can be transported and assembled on site. The Crib, in its form, is of a traditional American corn crib. The structural system employs a modern approach with a hint of traditionality which is reflected by combination of shop-fabricated galvanized steel and a wood timber framing with simplicity of a scaffolding system.
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