located in a rural area of south korea, JK-AR has completed ?the house of three trees?, which features a forest-like structure at its center. the residential project has been designed as a contemporary reinterpretation of the typical wooden bracket systems ubiquitous in east asian timber buildings. functioning both structurally and aesthetically, the intricate canopy uses modern fabrication techniques to convey how today?s technology can breathe new life into traditional architecture.

 
 
the external walls of the house are clad in plywood and plastic panels, which were selected as they are both commonly used materials in the rural area of south korea. the translucent panel on top subtly reveals the plywood finishing inside and, similarly to the roof, gives an ethereal lightness to the building which simultaneously contrasts with adjacent house. functionally the panels generate an additional air layer and increase insulation performance, as well protect inner plywood from rainwater.
 

 
 
project info:
 
project name: the house of three trees
location: south korea
architect: JK-AR
photography: rohspace
 
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edited by: lynne myers | designboom

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