The building is situated a stone?s throw from the sea in southern Höllviken in the south of Sweden. The area is rich with tall pine trees, and this plot is no exception. The project comprises three buildings: a residence for the client, a garage, and a small cottage for an aging relative.

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Architects: Johan Sundberg

Location: Ljungvägen, 236 38 Höllviken, Sweden

Project Year: 2013

Photographs: Markus Linderoth

Chief Architect: Johan Sundberg

Structural Engineer: Laine Montelin, Tyréns

Construction: Mattias Granwald, Robobygg

Landscape Architect: Anders Folkesson

Manufacturers: Schüco (windows and folding/sliding doors)
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From the architect. The building is situated a stone?s throw from the sea in southern Höllviken in the south of Sweden. The area is rich with tall pine trees, and this plot is no exception. The project comprises three buildings: a residence for the client, a garage, and a small cottage for an aging relative.

© Markus Linderoth

Life here is typical for an average detached house, and the proximity to the forest, sea and a nearby nature preserve entail close contact to nature. The project?s fundamental aim was to adapt to the site whilst creating ambient spaces with distinct haptic quali...