Van Laethem Architecten Creates the New Garden Office
Amy Duong — January 4, 2025 — Art & Design
References: vanlaethem-architecten.be & dezeen
Belgian design studio Van Laethem Architecten has worked to create a new garden office studio using natural materials. The team uses hempcrete and cedar shingles to form the small garden office for the team's staff in Alken. It is located in the back garden of Chris Van Laethem's home, who is the founder of the studio. The building creates workspace for up to three people.
Van Laethem explained to Dezeen "Except for the foundation of the outer walls, no concrete was used. The chosen materials for the floor, walls and ceiling make the structure and finishing at the same time. There is no intention of hiding, disguising or enhancing them. Natural materials therefore create a natural atmosphere. There is no need to add anything."
Image Credit: Tom Frederix
Van Laethem explained to Dezeen "Except for the foundation of the outer walls, no concrete was used. The chosen materials for the floor, walls and ceiling make the structure and finishing at the same time. There is no intention of hiding, disguising or enhancing them. Natural materials therefore create a natural atmosphere. There is no need to add anything."
Image Credit: Tom Frederix
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Building Materials - The use of hempcrete and cedar shingles in construction represents a shift towards eco-friendly and sustainable building materials.
2. Small-scale Workspaces - The creation of compact garden office studios highlights a trend towards flexible and versatile workspaces for remote or small-team working environments.
3. Nature-integrated Design - Blending natural materials with architectural design encourages a connection to the environment, promoting well-being and sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Green Architecture - Innovations in eco-friendly materials like hempcrete offer significant potential to transform the green architecture industry.
2. Remote Work Solutions - The development of small garden offices is reshaping the remote work solutions industry by providing adaptable and sustainable workspaces.
3. Natural Construction Materials - Using materials such as hempcrete signifies a growing interest in the natural construction materials industry, emphasizing durability and environmental harmony.
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