Micro house on stilts
Zen House in Austria by Jan Tyrpekl
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Glass surrounds the living area of the Zen House, offering an unobstructed view of the surrounding nature. © Jakub Hrab
On a farm in the Austrian town of Hainburg an der Donau, Czech architecture studio Jan Tyrpekl is building a Zen house on stilts. Situated in a secluded area between an orchard and old trees, the 33 m² building serves as a place to relax in nature.
A retreat in nature
The one-room volume with terrace is mounted on a wooden platform made of solid cross-laminated timber panels and floats above the ground on 4-m-high concrete pillars. The building itself consists of a wooden frame made of glued spruce timbers. Glass surrounds the living area, providing uninterrupted views of the surrounding landscape from all sides. Curtains inside provide privacy.
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The living area is divided into a sitting area with a fireplace and a sleeping area. © Jakub Hrab
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The small seating area by the fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. © Jakub Hrab
Cosy living with wood
The interior is divided into two areas: In one corner is a sitting area with a large fireplace suspended from the ceiling. In the other corner is the sleeping area with a bed and a bar and sink at the back. Wood dominates the interior and, together with the large fireplace, creates a warm, cosy atmosphere. There is currently no bathroom in the Zen House, but the architects have ideas for the future: a sauna, shower and toilet can be installed between the pillars on the ground floor.
Architecture: Jan Tyrpekl
Location: Hainburg an der Donau (AT)