Bed and Bunker collection reinvents disused Dutch bunkers as retreats - architecture and design

Bed and Bunker collection reinvents disused Dutch bunkers as retreats



An eight-piece collection of furniture by designer Remko Verhaagen is part of an initiative to rehabilitate disused war bunkers along the Dutch coast to use as holiday homes and artist retreats.
The non-profit Stelling 33 Foundation launched in 2013 with the aim of exploring the potential of the Dutch remnants of a 5000-kilometre defence line along the coast from Norway to Spain.
Used by the Germans during world war two, the Atlantic Wall was manned 24/7 using a network of bunkers.

Bed and Bunker is its pilot project and focuses on refurbishing some of the German war bunkers that litter the Dutch coastline into inhabitable retreats for holiday-makers and artists.
Many of the bunkers are located in protected areas of nature, where new construction is discouraged. "With the concept we offer a 'camouflaged' and sustainable alternative for coastal cultivation and in addition take care of the cultural heritage and surrounding nature," explained Stelling 33 co-founder and chairman Peter de Krom.

Stelling 33 commissioned Verhaagen, founder of Rotterdam-based studio Blooey, to create interiors that responded to the standardised German designs that were once used to fit-out the bunkers.
"We wanted to experiment with a standard interior, based on the originals, but designed for a peaceful future," said de Krom.
"Remko looked at the original bunker furniture, which was very functional, solid, but also closed and aggressive sometimes. He turned this complet...
_MFUENTENOTICIAS dezeen
_MURLDELAFUENTE http://www.dezeen.com/

--------------------------------
 
Burning Man reveals 2020 temple design

Exploring the architecture of some of the best cinematic haunted houses from The Shining to Beetlejuice

31-10-2024 06:44 - ( Architecture )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

This Colorado house puts a stunning modern twist on farmhouse living

This gorgeous modern farmhouse-style home crafted by All About Home Design is situated in Cathedral Pines, a luxury home community nestled in the beautiful Ponderosa pine trees of Black Forest, just a few minutes North of Colorado Springs, Colorado....
31-10-2024 06:39 - ( Interior Design )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

A lodge-inspired mountain home with backdrop of Deschutes National Forest

This Montana lodge-inspired mountain home was designed by JHL Design together with CD Redding Construction, surrounded by ponderosa pine trees in Central Oregon?s Black Butte Ranch. Inside, you will find 4,600 square feet of living space with an...
31-10-2024 06:39 - ( Interior Design )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

E+E house: architect gabriel montañés frames menorca coast through sliding timber shutters

gabriel montañés conceptualizes the adaptable menorca home with a veranda fronted by sliding screens. The post E+E house: architect gabriel montañés frames menorca coast through sliding timber shutters appeared first on designboom | architecture &...
31-10-2024 06:38 - ( Architecture )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

corrugated steel roof shades concrete house by invisible studio in greek island’s olive grove

House in an Olive Grove Embraces Corfu’s Natural Landscape   Invisible Studio, led by Piers Taylor, has designed House in an Olive Grove embracing local materials and building methods in a rural Greek landscape steeped in tradition. Situated in...
31-10-2024 06:38 - ( Architecture )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

studioninedots’ oostenburg island replan blends industrial heritage with urban density

along with the district\'s nearly car-free layout, the design fosters social interaction among residents, businesses, and visitors. The post studioninedots’ oostenburg island replan blends industrial heritage with urban density appeared first...
31-10-2024 06:38 - ( Architecture )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

colorful arches, hammocks and mirrors shape up modular installation in riga’s dome square

dome next door by toms kampars forms an adaptable timber grid crafted from locally sourced, sustainable materials. The post colorful arches, hammocks and mirrors shape up modular installation in riga’s dome square appeared first on designboom |...
31-10-2024 06:38 - ( Architecture )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

monolithic metal module hosts workspace, lounge, and kitchen at studioinòci’s office in milan

the unit crafted from recycled metal anchors the space, containing essential office functions, storage, a kitchenette, and relaxation areas. The post monolithic metal module hosts workspace, lounge, and kitchen at studioinòci’s office in milan...
31-10-2024 06:38 - ( Architecture )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

Upcoming webinar to help newcomers in architecture

Photo credit: TSA Internationally trained architects who are new to Canada are invited to join a special information session with representatives of the Toronto Society of Architects (TSA), the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB) and...
31-10-2024 06:38 - ( Architecture )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

anicorn releases ?europa clipper? steel watch inspired by NASA?s moon mission in jupiter

on the front view of the watch, the NASA meatball logo appears as well as the laser-etched math formula of the ?drake equation?. The post anicorn releases ‘europa clipper’ steel watch inspired by NASA?s moon mission in jupiter appeared...
31-10-2024 06:37 - ( Architecture )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

corrugated steel roof shades concrete house by invisible studio in greek island?s olive grove

House in an Olive Grove Embraces Corfu’s Natural Landscape   Invisible Studio, led by Piers Taylor, has designed House in an Olive Grove embracing local materials and building methods in a rural Greek landscape steeped in tradition....
31-10-2024 06:37 - ( Architecture )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

levitating pebble installation defies gravity at mies van der rohe?s barcelona pavilion

from october 25 to november 3, 2024, in(visible) energy explores the fundamental forces of the universe at the mies van der rohe pavilion. The post levitating pebble installation defies gravity at mies van der rohe’s barcelona pavilion...
31-10-2024 06:37 - ( Architecture )
5 expert tips for working from home in a crowded house during the coronavirus pandemic

studioninedots? oostenburg island replan blends industrial heritage with urban density

along with the district\'s nearly car-free layout, the design fosters social interaction among residents, businesses, and visitors. The post studioninedots’ oostenburg island replan blends industrial heritage with urban density appeared...
31-10-2024 06:37 - ( Architecture )
-------------------------------------
server nuevo