Project 1 Part C :: Archetype Aplication :: Application of Archetype

Cabin Design Diagrams:

Cabin Critical Section
Cabin Elevation
Cabin Floor Plans
Cabin Site Plan
Cabin Site Contour Section
Cabin Location Contextual Map

Cabin Design 3 Virtue Analysis:

A house as an environmental filter:

- The use of natural materials allow for the cabin to grow and change over time allowing for the experience to alter for the two inhabitants whilst also having a low impact on the environment.

- The layout of the rooms of the cabin are carefully thought out to allow certain rooms protection from harsh summer rays whilst keeping this house a comfortable temperature throughout winter.

- The use of glass around the cabin allow for all views to be taken vantage of and help offer a focal point to the cabin. With the cabin being oriented around the outdoor area.

Cabin Ideation
Cabin Ideation
Cabin Ideation
Cabin Ideation

A house as a container of human activities:

- The house has been broken up into two main sections with the public space being on the bottom and the private being on the top with an extra level of private space being even further away from the public space by creating an airlock between the bedroom on the top floor and the studio, far away from external noise and close to the beautiful views offered by the cabins aspect.

- The Cabin is based around the outdoor area in which all views are focused and placed seemlessly alongside the pool, fire place and living areas.

- The Cabin offers a place to recluse in the studio allowing for work to be efficiently done.

A house as a delightful experience:

- The outdoor area is the focal point of the cabin with everything oriented around it. It offers brilliant views of the river and allows for the pool and fireplace to create a comfortable feeling of safety.

- The Cabin being sectioned is key toward its delightful experience. Keeping the public areas public and the private spaces very private.

- The materials used add to the delightful experience with key features being highlighter by the simplicity of the main materials, concrete and wood.

- Concrete allows for the cabin to heat during winter and hold this heat for a substantial period of time, allowing for low environmental impact, and a clear conscience.