Our Forest / CTAA Architects Lab
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Our Forest / CTAA Architects Lab
"A variety of different things gather and merge under the big roof - The main structure uses exposed concrete load-bearing walls and cypress CLT roof panels. As the internal space units of the building change, the large curved roof that turns 45 degrees will produce various double-pitched roof changes with the orthogonal system space, and interpret a variety of appearances through light and shadow."
"As the internal space units of the building change, the large curved roof that turns 45 degrees will produce various double-pitched roof changes with the orthogonal system space, and interpret a variety of appearances through light and shadow."
The building combines exposed concrete load-bearing walls with cypress cross-laminated timber (CLT) roof panels under a single large roof. The roof is broadly curved and turned 45 degrees relative to the orthogonal plan. As internal space units change, the curved roof intersects the orthogonal structural grid and generates a sequence of double-pitched roof geometries. Those shifting roof geometries create diverse spatial volumes and roof profiles across the plan. Light and shadow interact with the folded and pitched roof surfaces to produce varied exterior and interior appearances. The material contrast between concrete and warm timber emphasizes structure and craft.
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