Architect Peter Markos has designed the Monocoque Cabin, an off-grid timber cabin defined by an organic, cocoon-like form, on a farm in Shropshire, UK.
Nestled beside the surrounding woodland, the cabin is wrapped by an external skin or 'monocoque' ? similar to an eggshell ? that draws on structural systems used within the aerospace and automotive industries.
The timber cabin is wrapped by an external skin clad with cedar shingles
"The idea behind the Monocoque Cabin was inspired by the construction techniques used in the aerospace and automotive industries, which are renowned for their efficient material utilization," Markos told Dezeen.
"Drawing inspiration from the monocoque design of the world war two de Havilland Mosquito fighter planes, which stand out as prime examples of monocoque construction, the Monocoque Cabin seeks to bring this level of ingenuity and efficiency to architecture and domestic spaces." The structure draws aerospace and automative construction techniques
Measuring 3.3-metres-wide, 3.5-metres-tall and nine-metres-long, the cabin's structure is made up of a structural timber rib built from birch plywood. This was then encased by an exterior shell clad with decorative cedar shingles.
Raised external decking, accessed via stainless steel steps, wraps around the cabin's front and edge to provide outdoor space overlooking the neighbouring woodland.
Timber flooring and furniture feature on the interior
The cabin was constructed as a se...