History
Dorte Mandrup Arkitekter designed this summerhouse. Construction finished in 2004. Its open-plan design connects interior and exterior.
Architecture
The contemporary structure employs concrete, steel, glass, and fabric. Concrete pillars raise the house above the ground. Large sliding glass walls and movable fabric screens define its perimeter. These elements allow opening or closing the volume.
Setting
The summerhouse stands in Jørlunde, Denmark. Its site is an expansive, sloping natural landscape. The house extends over the terrain, integrating with its surroundings. It opens to the surrounding light and nature.
Specifications
Intended for vacation use. Living area measures 678 square feet.
