Refuge for a photographer who wants to escape the city. House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová
02/02/2021.
[Chřiby] Czech Republic
metalocus, PAULA ARIAS
metalocus, PAULA ARIAS
The studio led by the architect Lina Bellovičová, Ateliér Lina Bellovičová, has designed the Lo House, the construction of a house in the middle of nature, as a refuge to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, in a wooded setting in the Chřiby region, in the Czech Republic.
The house is defined by three elements: two perforated stones and a thin sheet of wood, the space between the stones transforms it into the inhabited space, a place of interaction. The project seeks to connect with nature, the wooden roof overhangs allow to unite the exterior with the interior, at the same time that the landscaped roof allows to blend in with the surroundings.
The house is defined by three elements: two perforated stones and a thin sheet of wood, the space between the stones transforms it into the inhabited space, a place of interaction. The project seeks to connect with nature, the wooden roof overhangs allow to unite the exterior with the interior, at the same time that the landscaped roof allows to blend in with the surroundings.
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
Ground floor plan. House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová
Basement floor plan. House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová
Rooftop floor plan. House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová
House Lo by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová. Photograph by BoysPlayNice
Casa Lo, designed by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová, attaches great importance to the environment, with the use of local materials, such as wood, and "Hempcrete", a material that had never been used in the country; hemp concrete, easy to build that allows the user to build their own space.
Volumetrically, the house is developed in a rectangular prism, with a large permeable component in the opening of large gaps so that the user can enjoy views of the Chřiby landscape. At the same time, it has a simple design, with the maximum use of space, closely linked to the environment as it is not built-in height but is below ground level where a winery, a photography laboratory, and a storage room will appear, among others.
Volumetrically, the house is developed in a rectangular prism, with a large permeable component in the opening of large gaps so that the user can enjoy views of the Chřiby landscape. At the same time, it has a simple design, with the maximum use of space, closely linked to the environment as it is not built-in height but is below ground level where a winery, a photography laboratory, and a storage room will appear, among others.
Description of project by Ateliér Lina Bellovičová
Ondřej loves nature and forests. Before having children he led a life of a modern nomad. He owned a site in the middle of the woods and always dreamt about building a cabin there. During winter he used to live in the city and in spring he relocated to his parents' cabin nearby the future building site of the house LO. He wanted his house to be connected to the surrounding nature, to be ecological, and to have his own photo chamber there, to spend his winter evenings developing his photos. He also had a clear idea about the building material. As hempcrete has never been used as a building material in the Czech Republic, it was a great challenge for me as an architect. First struggles evolved in a valuable experience and fascination with its features and its history. Building with hempcrete is easy and allows the builder to build their house on their own. Material is petrifying for several years and draws carbon dioxide from the air around during this process. Hempcrete has great insulating features, is recyclable and also resistant to pests, fire and molds.
House LO is defined by three elements: two perforated stones and a thin wooden sheet. The void in between the stones is the living space of the house. It is separated from the surrounding nature by large sliding windows that allow the space to become part of the outdoors and frame picturesque views. The two stones contain entrance, two bedrooms and a bathroom. The house has a cellar with technical facilities, photo chamber, club room and storage. A large terrace runs around the house, being protected from bad weather by the roof overhang, so that the owner can spend as much time outside as possible. The roof is covered with a green carpet, so that the house merges with nature and is well insulated. The layout of the house is designed to use its space to the fullest. The house will gradually become part of the nature. First it will be a home to a family with two children, later become a family summer retreat and even later a comfortable home for an elderly couple.
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Architects
Design team
Lead architects.- Lina Koníček Bellovičová.
Client
Ondřej Koníček.
Area
Built-up Area.-195 sqm. Gross Floor Area.-160 sqm. Usable Floor Area.- 160 sqm. Plot size.-20000 sqm.
Dates
Project date.-2017. Finish date.-2018.
Location
Chřiby, Czech Republic.
Photography
Lina Koníček Bellovičová. Ateliér Lina Bellovičová
Lina Koníček Bellovičová studied architecture at the Brno University of Technology. During her studies she participated in the Bauhaus Summer School in Dessau - Germany, and did an internship in Zurich - Switzerland. She also worked at the Tato Architects studio in Kobe-Japan, where she worked on the design of the Papabubble candy store in Osaka. After returning to the Czech Republic, she founded her own studio. In her practice, she focuses on single-family houses, residential buildings and urban studios in the Czech Republic and abroad. Each and every one of the houses are original that reflect the personality of the client.
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