Natural Architecture

Our Way of Designing

Before style, before materials, before details — we return to four questions. Not about how the house will look, but how it will sit in its place, how it will function, how it will feel, and how it will remain relevant as life changes.

Every home we design begins before the first line is drawn

Where We Begin

We begin from place. Not from style.

From the earth, the air, the light, and the view. We analyze the orientation of sun and wind, the topography, the movement on the plot, the habits and wishes of the family who will live there.

Before we design the house, we try to understand how life happens in it.

A good house cannot be disconnected from the place where it was built.

What A House Needs To Give

A house needs to feel right over time — not only look good at the moment of handover.

It should reduce noise. Bring in natural light and air. Allow rest. Remain relevant as life changes.

When the plan works, it is already not just lines and dimensions. It becomes places and moments. Light entering the living room at the right time of day. A window that frames the view. A quiet corner at the end of the afternoon. Nature moving between inside and outside.

When We Start to Design

We work with the complexities of the plot, the client's wishes, their concerns, and hundreds of small decisions — translating them into a plan that is clear, buildable, and grounded in precise, appropriate materials.

A house that can be built. And lived in.

Different projects require unique considerations, allowing for the expression and application of our design principles in distinct ways.

We aim to implement natural architectural principles to the fullest extent possible in every project type.

  • Constructing

    Whether it involves construction with a lightweight steel frame ("light construction") or conventional construction on a site devoid of existing structures, all natural architecture principles can be implemented optimally. Following a comprehensive analysis, we plan the structure according to the site characteristics, considering air directions, natural lighting, and window placements aligned with the sky directions. After the initial planning, various green systems can be integrated, such as solar panels for electricity production or a greywater purification system. The frame construction is complemented with maximum use of natural materials (the structure itself can be made of wood, not necessarily concrete/steel). Upon completing the frame, finishing materials are chosen in accordance with natural construction principles and the desired atmosphere.

  • Retrofitting

    When renovating an existing structure based on natural architectural principles, a comprehensive site analysis is added to an understanding of the existing building's constructive qualities and how it can serve as a base for new construction. Utilizing the existing structure means less new construction and fewer material and resource usage. Moreover, the existing structure holds a certain atmosphere that must be preserved and even enhanced in the new construction.

  • Renovating

    During apartment renovations, changes to window placements and other factors are often limited. Analyzing the existing conditions becomes crucial, embodying various planning solutions. During the planning stage, it is essential to optimally apply planning principles based on air directions within the available options. As there are often no structural works in these cases, the entire construction is done with natural materials. Emphasis is placed on significant walls with natural insulation materials to create a better climate in the home. The most prominent principle in apartment renovations, where no structural changes are made, is the selection of materials and design. The choice of materials with unique characteristics or natural materials, when possible, is sought after. Complementary materials are chosen to harmonize with them, ensuring that, in the end, all materials contribute to the desired atmosphere, making the apartment a manifestation of natural architecture within a standard building.