Despite the perks of urban living, our minds and bodies will eventually hit a tipping point. Traffic, noise, pollution, deadlines, and plenty more can burn you out. Balance is essential, which is why people often seek the serenity of being surrounded by nature. For the folks who can afford it, consider an off-grid retreat like The Nest.
Not everybody can relocate on a whim. However, investing in real estate for personal use or as another potential revenue source is achievable with the right mindset. Once everything is in place, professionals like the ones from Daria Sheina Studio can turn your ideas into reality.
The Nest is just one of many projects by the Vancouver-based group. It stands among towering trees atop a promontory on Keats Island, British Columbia. This is a single-family residence that highlights the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
According to the official description, this fascinating blueprint is “setting a new benchmark for sustainable, prefabricated design in remote locations.” Timber becomes the material of choice for this three-story structure. To ensure the building only occupies a modest area, its volumes adapt a vertical orientation instead.
Wood also finds its way inside, along with concrete, for surfaces that are exposed to water, such as the bathroom and others. As with most sustainable off-grid dwellings, large windows adorn the walls, as well as a skylight to illuminate spaces with natural lighting when available.
Solar panels are likewise on the roof to harvest clean energy. You’ll also notice the layout optimizes functionality and storage. The Nest showcases the many ways architects explore eco-friendly avenues to promote green practices.
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Images courtesy of Andrew Latreille/Daria Sheina Studio