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Cabin, Femunden

Two existing log cabins are combined with a new log structure, giving new relationships between inside and outside.

Architect: Aslak Haanshuus ­Arkitekter AS
Published 16 Dec, 2015
 
The cabin combines with two existing log houses to make one complete assembly.

The cabin combines with two existing log houses to make one complete assembly.

Covered outdoor space where the two main volumes meet.

The new log house.

Log walls extend to support built-in furniture.

The log structures are placed on timber decks to preserve vegetation.

Polycarbonate sheets in the roof let light down to the covered outdoor areas under the deep roof overhang.

Plan.

Section through new volume.

Axonometric of the built elements on the site. Existing log volumes shown solid white.

Completion: 2015

Address:
Femundsneset, Røros

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Photo:
Tom Gustavsen og Frontal Media

This cabin at the north end of Lake Femunden is both a refurbishment- and a reuse project. Two existing log cabins that stood on the site, both about 15 sq.m., have been relocated and connected with a new log structure of similar proportions.

The plan is organised in two crossing axes, with the old structures to the north and east. A new roof creates a covered outdoor area. The log volumes are placed on cantilevered timber slabs on point foundations, causing minimal disturbance to the existing vegetation.

Translucent sheets in the roof ensure good daylight despite the deep eaves, which create sheltered spaces on all sides. New aluminium windows provide a precise contrast to the course log constructions.