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ARCHITECTURE | THE ARK SHELTER

27 October 2016

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When I came across the Ark Shelter I was immediately drawn in. A mobile cabin with zero impact placed anywhere you like. Merging into the landscape, no wifi or TV just nature and the people you’re with. Hit the reset button and go back to basics.

Ironically technology has made most of our lives even more frantic with the majority of the population glued to their phones and mild anxiety attacks when there’s no wifi. So the ultimate luxury is now a life away from the stresses of everyday life, stepping off the grid and letting our mind calm down by emerging ourselves and engaging with nature. Really opening up every sense and experiencing life and what it is to be alive. I might be going a bit philosophical on you but I truly believe that we all need that engagement with nature, it keeps us sane, grounds us and heals.

So the clever architects behind the ARK shelter have come up with this extraordinary module, clad in black on the outside and natural wood on the inside with a central woodburner and innovative space saving solutions so the minimal clean lines don’t distract from the surrounding landscape.

The simple constructed box has a variety of opening platforms and window options and can be extended and made to fit your specifications before being placed where ever you like. Personally I’d like mine to be set amongst the dunes on a beach and take in the ever changing light and weather from my panoramic bedroom window or sit on the sundeck with a cup of coffee, smelling the salty air and listening to the wind and sounds of the sea.

To read more about ARK’s philosophy head over here and be inspired.

 
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ark shelter, architecture, architect, zero impact, design, style, minimalist, natural wood, back to nature, woodburner, philosophy, landscape, cabin, module, ecological

ark shelter, architecture, architect, zero impact, design, style, minimalist, natural wood, back to nature, woodburner, philosophy, landscape, cabin, module, ecological

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ark shelter, architecture, architect, zero impact, design, style, minimalist, natural wood, back to nature, woodburner, philosophy, landscape, cabin, module, ecological

ark shelter, architecture, architect, zero impact, design, style, minimalist, natural wood, back to nature, woodburner, philosophy, landscape, cabin, module, ecological

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REYDON GROVE FARM BY NORM ARCHITECTS

12 September 2016

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I’ve totally fallen for Reydon Grove Farm in Suffolk designed by Danish über architects NORM who seem to be hitting the Zeitgeist with every project at the moment.

Reydon Grove Farm is a contemporary take on the classic farmhouse and manages to merge the best of functional Scandinavian and modern American indoor / outdoor living.

The single storey building sits on a sandstone platform and features huge floor to ceiling windows that flood the space with light and give wonderful views across the farmland with a walkway and canopy wrapping around the house. The layout is simple and effective with a dividing entrance hall between the communal spaces and the bedrooms and bathrooms and the decor is decidedly pared back emphasising the quality of the build and the different materials used.

The space seems to be incredibly warm and calm and I’m so happy to see clients who are brave enough and don’t mind going against the norm (no pun intended).
 

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DREAM HOLIDAY HOME IN GREECE

4 August 2016

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Situated on the island of Syros in Greece this dream holiday home sits in the most breathtaking spot overlooking the bay of Plagia.

Simple and contemporary the summer house makes the most of the views and the outdoor area follows the landscape through a series of steps leading to stunning relaxation areas and an infinity pool that might bring on a mild case of vertigo.

The modern rustic open-plan kitchen caught my eye – in particular the in-built cupboard that houses crockery and glassware as well as coffee machine and kettle which can be easily hidden by closing the beautiful solid wooden doors. A great solution for a home that has four additional guest houses no doubt catering for numerous friends and family.

 

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THE ARCHITECTS SUMMERHOUSE

15 July 2016

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I’m showing you the architects summerhouse today located in sleepy North Zealand, Denmark, and situated amongst beautiful pine trees built by it’s owner Christian Cold with a deliberate ‘split personality’.

On the one hand a simple almost barn-like building, clad in natural untreated cedar oozing warmth, tradition and comfort and on the other hand a sharp aluminium and glass annex with a dramatic roof line and attitude.

It’s a stunning mix and I love how Christian has set this futuristic annex at a right angle so you can appreciate it’s shape and construction from the inside as well as from the large sun deck. To bring these two very different characters together materials on the inside have been kept consistent in neutral shades of black, grey and white to draw the eye outside and take in the beautiful surroundings.

This place also reminds me of Zac Monro’s new programme ‘Inside Out Homes’ on UK’s Channel 4 where he tries to break down the boundaries between inside and outside through innovative design and challenging traditional living concepts. The first episode aired last night and I’m already hooked, just wished they were a bit more transparent about budgets.

 

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COURTYARD HOUSE AUSTRALIA

13 June 2016

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We moved last weekend and my mind is on unpacking boxes, locating toothbrushes, booking cleaners and baby-sitters which is just so… argh… tedious and boring. So it’s no surprise I am procrastinating and got distracted by this beautiful extended courtyard house in Australia designed by Robson Rak architects.

I love how the architects managed to bring light and greenery into this long and narrow plot wedged in between two large double storey residences. By reconfiguring this 80ies house they’ve added two courtyards which reveal cleverly designed living areas as you move through the space.

The clients love for Japanese architecture comes through in the garden design by Ed Purcey and the inbuilt furniture and seating areas which avoid interrupting the flow as you move through the house. Every room has a strong connection with nature; even the cellar where a low window looks out to the courtyard whilst also limiting sun exposure to the wine.

This calm minimalist space is pretty much the exact opposite to the chaos and boxes that surround me at the moment. #wishmeluck

 

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