Weekendhouse in Bazel | Bovenbouw Architectuur

This compact weekend house is being built on a slope in the rural surroundings of the River Scheldt. The shape of the bungalow follows the natural topography of the terrain. From the front door, a walkway leads through the house to the upper living spaces. Platforms line the route, which pro- vide access points to the bedrooms and auxiliary areas. The living room features two picture windows, one of which fac- es east and the other west. The latter looks out over the near- by forest, while the former offers views across the adjacent terrace and the Scheldt valley. It is a house that is both heavy and light. The graphic treatment of the facades lends a weightless appearance to the masonry, thereby creating the illusion that the building is draped across the incline. The large stones have a playful feel. The exterior is painted black, the terrace is a natural red and the interior is white.