Construction of a yakisugi house with wooden hut inspiration
- Style : Refined and minimalist
- Material : Wood (Shou Sgi Ban)
- Dimensions : 40m²
The Yakisugi House takes its name from a Japanese technique called 'Shou Sugi Ban'. The goal of this construction project was to create a minimalist and organic secondary residence in the heart of nature, inspired by tiny houses and wooden cabins.
A Yakisugi cabin with a clean and minimalist style
The 'Shou Sugi Ban' technique used in architecture consists of protecting the wood of a building through carbonization using a strong flame. The wood is then brushed to achieve a burnt-wood effect. This process enhances the protection of the building that will receive the charred cladding. Thanks to yakisugi, the longevity of the wood can reach several decades.
The Shou Sugi Ban wood treatment method offers many aesthetic advantages, making it a popular choice to give buildings a clean style. The charred wood takes on a dark hue, giving it a very sophisticated and elegant appearance. Additionally, the texture of the charred wood becomes deeper and more interesting, lending a rustic and organic look.
Durable wood
Charred wood is resistant to weather, insects, and rot, making it ideal for exterior construction projects. Moreover, the charred surface is practically fireproof, making it a safe building material.
In addition to its aesthetic and practical qualities, yakisugi is also an eco-friendly choice for construction. The wood treatment technique is entirely natural and does not require potentially harmful chemicals.
A 'cabin' of charred wood in the heart of nature
This house was designed by the architect with a minimalist approach and a search for essential form in the architecture. It consists of two entities: a solid volume with openings for sheltered living, and an outdoor space defined by a structure that integrates harmoniously with its surroundings, offering a place of calm and contemplation.
The house’s profile features two slopes, one to facilitate water drainage and the other to protect the terrace from the sun.
Residents here experience a true connection with nature, within a simple architecture that blends seamlessly into the landscape without disturbing it.
3D visuals from the design study phase. The project is currently under construction.
