Simple structure, a classic cube with an extension into the garden. The building was in the "original state" as the real estate agent would say but had tons of character. The house’s façade didn’t need much refurbishment. Original rough cast plaster is just smoothed somewhat with fine green cover, it almost looks like glazing. Otherwise, it remained in principle unchanged just added few perforations for the yard area. Roof construction also remained largely original although, considering that this place will be visited by students and friends we could not resist and opened the roof in the central area to add to it more living space. The remaining part of roofing space was not practical to be used due to its height, so we decided to keep the original shape, add isolation, and replaced the roof tiles. We took very rational approach towards the reconstruction; we aimed to keep and reuse original design elements as much as practically possible.
電影導演工作室
建築物處於「原始狀態」，卻擁有很多特色。房屋的外觀幾乎不需要大整修，原始的粗糙皮層只是略微被平撫過，上面覆蓋著細緻的綠色，看起來幾乎像是釉料，基本上保持原貌不變，只在院子區域增加了一些孔洞。屋頂結構也保持原樣，考慮到這個地方將會有學生和朋友拜訪的需求，我們選擇在屋頂的中央部分進行改建，增加了更多的生活空間。由於屋頂其餘部分高度並不實用，因此維持現狀，增加絕緣材料，替換了屋頂瓦片。對於重建採取對建築遺產的尊重，不盲目追求時尚的設計潮流，我們的主要焦點是儘量保留和重用現有的設計元素。
As this house, the house of a film director - would regularly host 10 to 12 people, i.e. a small filming crew, it should be a creative basecamp in a cosy home format - a good feeling place for discussions, get togethers, sharing ideas and presentations. Hence the large table, the traditional stove with area to lie down, the stairs leading to the bunk beds and kitchen around the corner. The bunk bed under the roof but straight above the table would be great for after dinner chats and discussions. The guests can watch the movies on the sofa or in the alcove just behind. Large bifold doors connects inside chats with the outside space framed by a pergola. The master bedroom is situated in the original extension. As you can imagine it wasn’t in a great shape when we found it, falling apart under a leaking roof. We opened the ceiling to add more room volume and make the room airier.
這是一位電影導演的房子，他會定期接待10到12人，即一個小的拍攝團隊，它應該是一個溫馨、舒適的創意基地，一個用於討論、聚會、分享交流和微型展覽的空間。因此有了大桌子、傳統的爐灶和可以躺下的區域，還有通往上下鋪床的樓梯和轉角處的廚房。屋頂下的上下鋪，正好在桌子上方，對於晚餐後的聊天和討論非常適合。客人可以在沙發上或其後方的小隔間裡觀看電影。大型的雙摺門將室內的聊天與棚架框架出的室外空間連接起來，主臥室則位於原先的擴建部分。你可以想像，當我們找到這棟建築時，它的狀態並不好，因屋頂漏水而逐漸崩塌。我們將其打開以增加更多的空間並使房間更加通風。
Originally, we were planning for a window based working table, however as the construction progressed and considering the cost, the atypical made to measure features were reduced to stove, stairs and the steel double beam - items considered the best value for money for my friend. All the interior work had been coordinated remotely during the pandemic, a challenge that we however managed very successfully. Next, we continued with online discussions on best use and place for the readymade furniture and other accessories. Finally, I left it as a small surprise for me to see how my friend turn it to his home once moved in.
我們計畫安裝一個窗邊的工作檯，但隨著施工的進展，並考慮到成本，那些特殊、定製的功能被縮減至爐子、樓梯和雙層鋼梁，這些對業主來說是物有所值的項目。儘管這帶來了不少挑戰，但我們成功地克服了這些困難，確保工作的順利進行。接下來，我們繼續進行線上討論，關於現成家具和其他配件的最佳用途及擺放位置。最後，將它留作一個小驚喜，以期待看到業主如何打造成他的家。
The pergola was completed later - it turned out to be very scenic part of the house - truly a mini movie stage - a play of light and shade that change dynamically during the day. Sometimes you see a half shade, sometimes a chessboard. The aim was not restricting the light coming into the house and at the same time provide a nice cover from rain outdoor. In future, it will bring natural cover with bean plants, climbers and more. The platanus tree got enough space to be allowed to grow within the grid. As time and ideas come, we're sure there will be further bits of fabric, some lights and maybe a grapevine added...
涼棚後來才完成，它成為了房子中非常有景觀的部分，真正的迷你電影舞台，乘載白天中動態變化的光與影。有時你會看到一半的陰影，有時是一個棋盤，目的是不限制光線進入房子，同時又能為戶外提供一個可以防雨的遮蔽處。未來，這裡將有天然的植物覆蓋，如豆蔓、攀爬植物等。梧桐樹有足夠的空間在格子內成長。隨著時間的推移及新想法，我們確信那裡將會添加更多的布料、燈光，甚至可能還有葡萄藤⋯⋯。
