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Building reuse is often overshadowed by the long green shadow of new high performance architecture. But the intrinsic nature of repurposing and bringing second life to an otherwise discarded structure is a sustainable idea we can’t ignore, especially when it’s done as gracefully as this old barn redux in Belgium. Architect Rita Huys of Buro2 skillfully transformed this agricultural icon into a beautiful, modern dwelling known simply as The Barn Home.

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BEAUTIFUL BUILDING REUSE: The Barn House in Belgium
Ali Kriscenski
Fri, 18 Jul 2008 17:01:45 GMT, Inhabitat

This gorgeous wood container prefab from Olgga Architects was turning heads at Salon Europeen du Bois in Grenoble last month. At just 70 square meters (about 753 square feet), this energy efficient abode is made of two prefabricated modules perched one on top of the other. Rather than box out the structure with a stacked configuration, the designers pivoted the top unit to create a variety of interesting and integrated outdoor spaces, as well as a variety of structural possibilities.

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PREFAB FRIDAY: Maison EvolutiV by Olgga
Ali Kriscenski
Fri, 09 May 2008 14:15:18 GMT