A Place in the Shade

by Simon Smith
(Stoke-on-Trent, UK)

This shed is all about its relationship with its environment. The adjustable louvre panels to the front elevation can be tilted to give shade from the warmest summer sun or relief from the low winter glare. They can shade the veranda for sitting out with a glass of wine, or screen the glazed elevation for getting on with work inside.

The structure consists of elegant curved glulam timber crucks, opening up to glazing at the front. A standing seam copper roof and cedar shingle walls mean the building will age and mature along with its surroundings.

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A Place in the Shade

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creative.....!
by: yogesh kumar

awsome design man....how you used loovers ...for shade as well as door is appreciable wish you best luck

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Good Luck!
by: AC

Well done mate - I like the fact the deck has a 'floating' canopy with no columns. Good Luck!

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Awesome design
by: Stevie L

Looks good Si! Those louvre screens can be used as built in security shutters too for extra security!! Nice presentation by the way...

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inspired
by: steve

I like the idea of being able to interact with the building and change its appearance. sun glare can be a real annoyance in my office too so nice to see someone thinking about that.

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Nice
by: Lisa S

I like the palette of materials and the fact they are all natural. Would look great in my garden!

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