Snøhetta and Tor Helge Dokka Designs the House Dokka
Amy Duong — December 22, 2023 — Art & Design
References: snohetta & yankodesign
Norwegian architectural studio Snøhetta works in collaboration with engineer Tor Helge Dokka on the House Dokka, which is a three-bedroom off-grid home for a family. It is found in Kongsberg, Norway, and draws inspiration from premium treehouse architecture.
The house is designed to evoke a serene connection to the nature that surrounds the area to embrace a closer relationship with nature. Another name for the house is 'Column House.' It has a quaint design and suspends over the landscape resting on top of large wooden columns. This is a supportive base and is firmly grounded to rock to reduce any disturbance to the areas that surround the home. The House Dokka is made from locally produced materials including timber.
Image Credit: Snøhetta, Tor Helge Dokka
The house is designed to evoke a serene connection to the nature that surrounds the area to embrace a closer relationship with nature. Another name for the house is 'Column House.' It has a quaint design and suspends over the landscape resting on top of large wooden columns. This is a supportive base and is firmly grounded to rock to reduce any disturbance to the areas that surround the home. The House Dokka is made from locally produced materials including timber.
Image Credit: Snøhetta, Tor Helge Dokka
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