Arc Timber
An arched gesture amidst Polish greenery
Nestled in a lush setting lined with birch trees and hedgerows in Poland, a residential house unfolds whose architectural language is defined by a single, quiet gesture. The curved volume encloses the garden like a protective embrace, creating an intimate outdoor space dedicated entirely to the interplay of architecture and landscape. The façade of vertical timber slats, transitioning in tone from warm natural wood to dark, weathered grey, lends the building a sculptural depth. Inside, the slatted timber structure continues as a unifying motif, accompanying the residents through living, dining and bathing areas where polished floors, restrained materials and carefully placed views create an atmosphere of calm and shelter. The curved geometry guides light differently across the façade surfaces throughout the day, drawing the house into a silent dialogue with its surroundings.
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- minimal windows® as glazed openings within the curve
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Where the wooden volume opens towards the garden, large-format minimal windows® sliding elements and fixed glazing take over the facade of the open-plan living room. The floor-to-ceiling glass surfaces are fitted flush into the reveals, creating a wide, unobstructed view from the living and dining area across the adjoining terrace into the enclosed garden. The defining feature of this arrangement lies in the parallel positioning of two sliding systems, which completely open the central living space from both sides. This creates a line of sight that illuminates the room throughout its entire depth and integrates the surrounding landscape into the interior from two sides. A low step marks the transition from inside to outside, connecting the different levels of the terrace and lawn into a legible spatial sequence. The slim profiles subordinate themselves to the strict rhythm of the wooden slats, preserving the cohesive appearance of the facade. On the upper floor, precisely placed fixed glazing frames the views of the surrounding trees and brings daylight deep into the private rooms.
