House H interacts with surrounding rock formations in Corfu
House H by buerger katsota architects is situated on a seafront plot with private access to a protected beach on Corfu’s western coast, in Greece. The design prioritizes a single-story structure that minimally impacts the rocky terrain and nature, enveloping existing tall olive trees. The timber canopy, with a parabolic plan, serves as a climatic moderator, providing comfortable outdoor spaces throughout the day. Private areas, including bedrooms and wet units, are housed in four free-standing volumes.
all images by Julia Klimi
the project utilizes timber structure resting on a concrete base
Interstitial spaces in between act as serene living areas, seamlessly extending the interiors to the outdoor area with extensive glazing. An 18m-long pool, perpendicular to the linear house, cantilevers over nine meters, aligning with the sea horizon. The terrazzo floor ensures visual continuity, connecting indoor and outdoor spaces. House H by buerger katsota architects, resting on a concrete base, utilizes prefabricated cross-laminated timber for walls, roof, and canopy, facilitating a swift construction process. The design integrates seamlessly with its surroundings, demonstrating maximum energy performance within the olive grove’s grid and the landscape’s scale.
House H, resting on a concrete base, employs prefabricated cross-laminated timber for walls, roof, and canopy
a parabolic-plan timber canopy acts as a climatic moderator, creating comfortable outdoor spaces
the design integrates with its surroundings, showcasing maximum energy performance within the olive grove
a long pool, perpendicular to the linear house, cantilevers over nine meters, aligning with the sea horizon
living areas seamlessly connect with the outdoors through extensive glazing
the design forms a single-story structure, minimizing impact on the rocky terrain, embracing tall olive trees
House H by buerger katsota architects is located on a seafront plot on Corfu’s western coast
private areas, like bedrooms and wet units, are housed in four free-standing volumes within the plan
project info:
name: House H
architect: buerger katsota architects | @buerger_katsota_architects
design team: Stephan Buerger, Demetra Katsota, Stephanos Conidaris, Flavian Lekkas, Daphne Mintza
structural engineer: P. Panagiotopoulos & Associates
m/e engineer: Tetras M&E AEM
landscape design: Skopos Design
site management: New Age Development EE
model: Taras Diachun
location: Corfu, Greece
photography: Julia Klimi | @juliaklimi
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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom
