anfibio proposes modular treehouse tower nestled within a forest in france

argentina-based architecture studio anfibio has introduced a treehouse tower proposal situated within a forest in vibrac, france. dubbed ‘keep’, the wooden structure hides among the shades of the surrounding nature, only to stand out due to its height and verticality. the project has received an honorable mention as a YAC (young architects competitions) competition submission for treehouse modules.

all images courtesy of anfibio

a walkway marks the way to entry of anfibio‘s treehouse – it is the beginning of an adventure, of taking refuge in a new world. in ascending, a whole new natural world is revealed: the sound of running water, the blowing of the wind, the aroma of wet earth. the wooden framework dematerializes towards the top, and its 4 horizontal layers express the interior distribution.

upon entering, verticality and darkness frame 10 steps leading to the upper levels. the medieval context is not forgotten under these sensations, and a mixture of security and mystery is generated. ascending towards the light, visitors discover each stratum, along with their spatial characteristics. at the top, the terrace opens completely towards the foresty landscape. silence, intimacy, and contemplation describe the setting for those who experience life at the ‘keep’. 

project info:

name: keep
architects: anfibio arquitectos (julieta derdoy & fidel moyano)
location: vibrac, france
area: 65 m2 and 100 m2 (2 modules)

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edited by: myrto katsikopoulou | designboom