North Pine
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
North Pine House is a residential construction project set within a dense pine forest, requiring a high level of coordination between structural execution and environmental preservation. The project’s primary challenge lies in integrating the building within an existing landscape of mature trees while maintaining structural integrity and long-term durability.
Location
Bandung
Year
2025
Land Area
530 m²
Type
Residential
Project
Contractor
Construction is driven by a strategy of minimal disruption. Existing pine trees are preserved and incorporated directly into the building footprint, requiring precise adjustments to structural elements, decking systems, and roof detailing. The coordination between architectural intent and site conditions is critical, ensuring that the building adapts to the landscape rather than altering it.
Special attention is given to structural flexibility and resilience. The design anticipates natural tree movement, particularly under wind conditions, and integrates solutions that allow coexistence without compromising the building envelope.
THE BUILD
Decking systems are constructed with deliberate voids, allowing tree trunks to pass through without restriction. Roof edges and canopy structures are carefully detailed with reinforced openings and protective buffers, reducing the risk of impact from moving branches and minimizing vibration transfer to the main structure. The primary structure utilizes durable materials suited to the local environment. Timber, metal roofing, plaster, and stone are selected not only for their aesthetic value
but also for their resistance to weathering and ease of maintenance. Large-span openings and glass installations require precise installation to ensure stability while maintaining visual openness. The integration of double-height spaces, mezzanine connections, and large curtain walls demands careful load distribution and structural coordination, particularly in areas where openness is prioritized.
THE RESULT
The completed construction reflects a balance between technical precision and environmental sensitivity. The house is built to accommodate its surroundings over time, allowing natural elements such as wind, light, and vegetation to remain active participants in the space. Every detail supports both durability and design intent, resulting in a residence that is structurally sound, adaptable, and deeply connected to its setting.
PHOTO GALLERY
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