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Weekend House (built), Wachtebeke, 2011 - 2014 view project

This project uses a foundation made of reclaimed prefabricated T-elements, which were originally used as retaining walls. These replace the traditional cast-in-place concrete slab with a demountable and reusable solution. By partially elevating the elements above ground level, the structure resembles a stilt house, protecting the wooden superstructure from water and moisture. The T-elements can be easily excavated and reused.

The timber structure, placed on top of the concrete T-elements, consists of CLT panels combined with a timber frame. The walls are insulated with blown-in cellulose flakes, providing an efficient and sustainable thermal envelope. A green roof increases thermal inertia and enhances the ecological performance of the building.

The entire design is based on the dimensions of a standard wooden façade panel. The façade is made up of wooden and glass panels, held in place by visible screwed metal U-profiles. This choice allows for easy disassembly or modification of the façade and reinforces the tectonic expression of the building—making the structural logic visually legible.

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