Four-cornered villa / Avanto Architects

The four-cornered villa is an off-grid minimalist cabin by Finnish architect Ville Hara, with no running water, no electricity , this house is modern take on the traditional holiday cottage in the Finnish wilderness.

Architects: Avanto Architects
Location: Virrat, Finland
Photographs: Kuvio Architectural Photography

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From the architects:

The cross like shape of this simple villa reaches towards four very different views. The space is open and defined at the same time. The exterior is treated black and to contrast the interior is very light. The building is insulated well and heated by wood only. There is no electricity or running water……

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