House with corrugated aluminium cladding
House with corrugated aluminium cladding

Formal simplicity and strong materiality. Wooden structure and corrugated aluminum cladding

"House for mother" is the first house completed by Förstberg Ling for his mother, a librarian and weaver, capable of cleverly contrasting the simplicity of form with the complexity of materials, which create a pattern of light and shadow

The main feature of the house is the facade made of raw corrugated aluminum, which creates a variable play of light and shadow throughout the day. It is a rich materiality that contrasts with the simple expression of form

House with corrugated aluminium cladding

Wooden beams and trusses, along with plywood walls, add warmth to the interior. Concrete is used for the floor which is a durable and beautiful surface for everyday use. The house consists of two volumes which are spaced between them

House with corrugated aluminium cladding

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