Shomali Design Studio Rethinks the A-Frame Typology with Kujdane Project

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Take a walk through the rendering for a distinctive cabin, designed by the Iranian architecture firm Shomali Design Studio. Named for its compact scale — ‘Kujdane’ translates to ‘very small’ in English — the cabin deconstructs the traditional triangle roof of every A-frame chalet, softening its harsh angles with curving joints and a unique with its split center. This video invites you to explore the interior of the remarkable structure, which exudes warmth and tranquility. Meanwhile, the duplex-style open layout creates an interesting interplay with the A-frame roof. The cabin’s centralized core aims to create an atmosphere that makes residents feel one with nature (despite being indoors).

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