I love how paired down the interior of this dwelling is and how the generous and expansive exterior covered space promotes taking in the world. I’ve been a fan of Godsell since architecture school (20+ yrs ago) when I ran across his brilliantly simple shipping container relief structure, Future Shack. Great to see consistent threads throughout his work. Read more about Shack in the Rocks here.
NOTE: Sanborn Camps drop-off was a treat - really incredible people at that place.
I think what is so impressive about these three structures, beyond the craft and thoughtfulness of their construction, is how they are primarily comprised of local materials. Read more.
Light/dark, thick/thin, heavy/light. Strong residential addition onto 150yr. old barn. See more here.
This full scale model by Helen & Hard of Norway will be on display in Venice through Nov. 21, 2021. Following the Biennale, this environment is slated to become a co-housing space is Norway.
An example of shared tool space - a system after my own heart.
This might be a real game changer for every contractor. See the almost SNL-esque ad here. Base price after rebates/incentives will be about 32K.
Tiny simple hut in the Romanian countryside by WeWilder.
A growing trend. Here’s an article with a breakdown of the various forms of urban farming that are happening worldwide.
These domes were constructed and then fired in-place to harden the material (see images below). This highly experimental project is an example of radical thinking that is being explored in an effort to address affordability of housing for all, and is integrally sustainable in all its aspects. More here.
A beautiful project that sits lightly and embraces material connections on a family coffee plantation. More here.
This project has thoughtful space between things. I’m convinced more and more that the in-between spaces hold the strongest energy. Watch the artful 3 min. (short) here.
Eco Wave Power is one of many new-ish wave energy harnessers. The idea is simple…capture less than 1% of the ocean’s energy and it will provide more than enough energy for everyone on the planet.
Somewhat mimicing a mud dauber wasp home, TECLA (technology and clay) is a nearly zero-waste project using recyclable & reusable materials (clay). The hope is to provide a new means of efficient and elegant affordable housing in response to the increasingly serious climate emergency and the need for sustainable dwellings. More here.
Strong and appropriate material palette on this tiny backyard studio, especially like the terrazzo clad exterior and polished concrete floor and patio. Looks like it could exist in the American West nicely. More by Sonn Studio here.
This building and landscaping was designed for people and loved ones coping with cancer. The optimism from the abundance of life in and around this space seems like a win win. More here.
Rough around the edges with a nice window or two peppered-in can make all the difference. See more here. This also has a nice horror flick title.
Beautiful and thoughtful transformation by António Costa Lima Arquitectos. Check out more images here and click on EN once you get there if you’d like to read more about it…unless you speak Italian.
I think the tagline should be...Green Shave!
Great second life for this structure. See more here.
Biden’s $2 trillion infrastructure proposal titled American Jobs Plan incorporates building 500,000 charging stations for electric vehicles + $100 billion to strengthen our electrical grid.
