Element House by Sami Rintala

Element House by Sami Rintala

Following the Korean life rhythm and style the timetable was very tight. Planning started already while choosing the site. Main space is a larger steel cube. Four smaller wooden rooms are connected to this space in different floors. In each of these small rooms there is the presence of one nature element; In cellar water, on courtyard soil, in first floor fire and in the attic air. On practical level, the idea of the work is to offer a simple shelter where the hikers may rest, enjoy their lunch, have a view over the mountains or light a stick of incense. For this purpose Norwegian artist John Roger Holte has crafted a platform and storage for the incenses out of coloured concrete. via archdaily

Element House by Sami Rintala

Element House by Sami Rintala

Element House by Sami Rintala

Element House by Sami Rintala