One Line Studio
Architectural Office for One Line Studio
Reaching skyward toward the peaks beyond, a thin roof edge rises from an oxidized steel mass anchoring the building while outlining a curtain of glass below. Vertical timber fins based upon the Fibonacci sequence echo the slender blades of surrounding native grasses, grounding the translucent façade into the terrain. Defying the urban context of nearby monolithic structures, the graceful, slender building is nestled within a sliver of flora having taken its cue from the natural setting by reframing a connection to the landscape.
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Unique Properties
Forming a figurative ‘line’ between the ground and the sky, a canted, naturally rusted steel wall anchors one end of the structure while a thin roof edge ascends toward the sky beyond, framing an outward looking glazed expanse. The vitrified façade is interrupted by a series of vertical cedar fins that soften glare and appear to climb toward the sky from the native grasses below.
Tags
architecture, office, denver, colorado, studio, design, dlt, prefab, prefabricated wood panels, rusted steel,
Production Technology
Our team was captivated by the benefits of dowel laminated timber, DLT, for its ability to serve both as a structural component and finished panel system. The modular, prefabricated, factory checked consistency of DLT panels easily tolerate on site adjustments to accommodate construction errors while providing sustainable and biophilic benefits. The panels are a result of a seamless collaboration between One Line Studio and International Timber Frames in Golden, Canada.
Design Challenge
Experiment with innovative construction techniques that showcase a plethora of design possibilities.
Project Duration
Location: Denver, Colorado Start to finish: 7 years, including planning
Operation Flow
The use of alternating depth DLT panel walls adjust and optimize the interior acoustics of the studio. The design endeavors to establish a creative work environment that encourages collaboration while retaining a constant connection to exterior landscape. Main level privacy at seating height is ensured through tall native grasses that open the vistas as one stands up. The Mezzanine level opens up to its surroundings offering direct views of the mountains.
Research
Architecture as a figurative line between the ground and the sky, framing a connection to nature
Inspiration
Aspiring towards the mountain peaks, a soaring elevation frames its natural setting composed of wetland vegetation, natural grasses, and woodlands. An interior atmosphere is delineated between a timber wall and a curtain of suspended glass, thinly veiling the threshold between inside and outside.
Image Credits
Image #1 Photographer Jess Blackwell, 2023 Image #2 Photographer Jess Blackwell, 2023 Image #3 Photographer Jess Blackwell, 2023 Image #4 Photographer Jess Blackwell, 2023 Image #5 Photographer Jess Blackwell, 2023 Video Credits: Vitali Stanila, 2023
Project Overview
One Line Studio Architectural Office has been a Golden winner in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design award category in the year 2023 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Gold A' Design Award is granted to designs that demonstrate a high level of innovation and a significant impact on their intended audience. Recognized as a major achievement by the A' Design Awards, these designs are characterized by their visionary approach and the exceptional skill of their creators. Winners of the Gold A' Design Award are noted for their ability to push the envelope in art, science, design, and technology, delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed expectations. These designs serve as benchmarks for excellence, encouraging further innovation and inspiring future generations of designers.
Golden Recognition
Tim Politis was recognized with the coveted Golden A' Design Award in 2024, a testament to excellence of their work One Line Studio Architectural Office.
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