Even ancient architects were knowledgeable enough to recognize that they could orient their buildings in direct relation to the movements of the sun, but Worklounge 03's 'Step House' takes that solar layout to the extreme. The home has a dramatic, gravity-defy series of steps (hence the name) that maximize the amount of sunlight its gardens receive every day.
Steppes are a common agricultural technique. The angled layout allows for a perfect confluence of crops-to-sunlight, provided that the direct of the steppes is carefully tailored. Worklounge 03 did detailed research in finding that angle for Step House, and the home's garden yield proves it.
Not only are the steppes practical, but they also create a striking aesthetic for the home. Each of the stories cantilevers out over the last, making it feel as though it's constantly on the brink of toppling over.
Gravity-Defying Stepped Houses
Worklounge 03's 'Step House' is Oriented Toward the Sun
Trend Themes
1. Sun-oriented Architecture - The trend of designing buildings in direct relation to the movements of the sun to optimize natural lighting and other solar benefits.
2. Stepped Structures - The trend of using stepped designs in various structures, such as homes, for aesthetic and practical purposes like optimized sunlight exposure.
3. Agricultural Architecture - The trend of applying agricultural techniques like steppes in the design of buildings to optimize crop-to-sunlight confluence and yield.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Opportunities for architects and designers to explore innovative building designs that prioritize natural lighting and other solar benefits like Worklounge 03's 'Step House.'
2. Real Estate - Opportunities for real estate developers to invest in modern homes with unique, striking designs like the 'Step House' that maximize the use of natural lighting and are environmentally friendly.
3. Agriculture - Opportunities for agricultural engineers to explore the use of steppes in the design of buildings that can help optimize crop yields and exposure to natural light like the 'Step House.'