minimalism exterior shot architectural sophistication with functionality embedded in the harmony of the surrounding forest the upper storey is to be connected to the highest point on the slope by a kind of bridge a slender tower like holiday home with a sophisticated minimalist design the structure rises about 50 cm above the ground on point foundations to blend elegantly into a sloping woodland site the compact 5 x 5 m square floor plan extends to a maximum height of 7 50 m and the fa ade is clad entirely in weathered grey larch wood shingles closely stacked in narrow varying widths 4 14 cm the windows emerge organically from the fa ade without clearly defined geometric shapes and remain subtle and not oversized the roof blends seamlessly into the fa ade and emphasises the monolithic sculptural aesthetic this tower house is designed as a retreat for four people and combines architectural sophistication with functionality embedded in the harmony of the surrounding forest the upper storey is to be connected to the highest point on the slope by a kind of bridge footbridge overall it should have the appearance of an observation tower the residents should be able to retreat from prying eyes but enjoy views of nature the picture as a layout serves as inspiration architecture
