An outstanding and truly impressive project by the Dutch Maas Architects combines old and new, inside and outside in a fairytale-like way. It looks like a modern half-timbered house and consists of two buildings connected by a glass hallway. The characteristic house shape and the thatched roof are reminiscent of traditional architecture, far from technologies. This house with lots of glass conveys limitless freedom and a relaxed flair. It also has many highlights to offer. You will find out more about this soon.
A modern half-timbered house: house with lots of glass and thatched roof
The building is really reminiscent of half-timbered architecture through the shape and material of the roof, but also through the characteristic construction, which was previously made entirely of wood and is here made of black steel. Furthermore, the house is actually located in a rural region near the Dutch town of Berlicum. Since the house is surrounded by lots of glass on all sides, natural light comes in throughout the day. Thelarge window frontsalso offer beautiful views to the outside from every area of the house. Part of the structure is made of solid, opaque material to ensure privacy.
Modern and traditional architecture in one: house with lots of glass and thatched roof
Outside there is a large, well-kept garden with lawn and gravel, a spacious terrace and a natural pool. By looking through the large window fronts, residents can enjoy the meadow and the water from inside. As with the architecture of the house, the materials used in the exterior and interior also blend harmoniously. The clear structure and division create contrasts, but are also complemented by the landscape and other natural materials. A particular highlight of the entire construction project is the combination ofGlass facade with a thatched roof. The point of contrast is on the ceiling of the common room, where the two materials border each other. It is an outgoing combination of old and new that even seems futuristic.
The common rooms are located in a structure of the house that consists of up to 75% glass. The individual areas are not separated from each other in terms of design. The large-format fronts and the glass facade basically open the interior to the outside and expand it both visually and actually when the weather is nice. From the kitchen and living room, residents have direct access to the paved terrace. There are certainly sociable moments with friends and family.
The other building provides more privacy. Glasses are only half of it and additional partition walls are provided inside. Transparency and incidence of light are not missing here either. The feeling of freedom and infinity, without restrictions, is understandable from the outside as well as from the inside. When it comes to furnishings and the interior, neutral colors generally dominate - especially white. Accents are set by the black steel construction of the glazing. Wooden elements, such as floor-to-ceiling wall panels, add a cozy flair. The interior areas are spacious and attractively designed. The kitchen is open and flows into the dining area. The ceilings are high and the walls are mostly made of glass. Privacy protection is also provided - interior blinds.
The buildings are connected by a glass hallway. This is an open-plan element between two areas of the house and is framed by glass fronts on both sides. This architectural trick also provides a direct view of the surrounding garden.
*a project byMaas Architects
