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© Werner Huthmacher
Forest Retreat Waldhaus by Atelier ST
Located in a pine forest in Brandenburg, the Waldhaus is a modest weekend cabin as a fairy tale like wooden retreat, cozy and expansive, blending completely into its surroundings.
Architects: Atelier ST
Location: North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Photographs: Werner Huthmacher
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This cottage has simple and restrained appearance with slightly flaring roof and dark wood facade, in color contrast to the dark brown building these openings and frames are painted white.
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A wall of glass blurring the lines between building and backyard, while white trim leaves the appearance of a snow-kissed façade year-round.
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