Inside An Experimental Off-Grid Modern Cabin | Unique Spaces | Architectural Digest
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- Today Architectural Digest brings you two hours north of New York City to Rhinebeck, NY for an in-depth look at a home that feels like an inhabitable work of art. Architects Steven Holl and Dimitra Tsachrelia explain the design philosophy and inspiration behind their secluded, off-grid "architectural wonder in the woods," breaking down the intent behind each design choice and how they work together to create a uniquely meditative but stimulating space.
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My first reaction was "no bedrooms...WHAT??" But then I realized: this is a cabin designed for short term stays, not meant for people to build a life together.
As someone who definitely values privacy I feel that staying somewhere like this temporarily, the purpose is intentional time spent together, with the ability to go out and enjoy nature or find a nook when private decompression time is needed. After watching this video I love this cabin concept, really brilliant.
Yes!!
It would also be great for somebody who is single or in a long-distance relationship.
Some people live alone. They’d be fine living in this house
I think people who say it is impractical is completely missing the point. This house works as a case study to prove that certain shape with certain materials with certain function can be built, not necessarily practical. Both architect and the contractor learns a lot of new building techniques and limitations of those techniques, thus can be incorporated into a more practical projects in the future.
And to be fair, every person on this planet has different daily habit and priorities, As an example, clients are usually asked what do they usually do most of the time in the house, at what time, and such, thus creating several priorities that are different to the next person. Hypothetically speaking, there could be a family that would request this kind of house. That's why there's misconception of most people towards architects, architects don't just build out of nothing, they are problem solvers, their main goal is to visualize what the clients want according to his/her image.
Exactly. Society improves through experimentation
architecture’s number one component is practicality, you’re taught this even as a freshman. nobody needs a design that isn’t human-centered in the slightest.
I have a degree in architecture and understand what they are doing, and it's important to push the envelope of what we consider a home or how we live. I think the home and concept are beautiful you can see the music in it.
Great but its a house and it needs to be liveable.
@@JohnFromAccounting do you live in your treehouse?
This is what happens when the imagination is allowed to roam free. Breathtakingly beautiful, unique and soulful. There's something special and calming when residing in a circular space. A stunningly beautiful, thoughtful and advanced concept.
Beautifully said. Our world needs more creativity and art, this home is really lovely 🤎
"This is what happens when the imagination is allowed to roam free. " And the financial resources to let imagination materialize unconstrained.
@@Jthe5th What you said about the financial resources is true but it reminded me a few multimillion-dollar range properties built off the imagination of some filthy rich Russians and it was truly nauseating experience. Somehow no money can buy you good taste and imagination if you come from the Russian background (I'm ethnic Russian, fluent Russian speaker and I work with rich Russians, but I've never been to Russia and could never relate to their passion for the 'gypsy baroque')
Really love how they insisted on using organic materials. The house will age well and take on its own character since no surfaces have paints or chemical finishes.
A decade of the environment may prove otherwise. Who knows how well it can survive nature?
@@JohnFromAccounting I guess if they don't upkeep it, then it just might naturally decay without polluting since it seems to be all natural, etc.
The true definition of "overthinking the situation".
I visited there a few years ago and it really was like going inside a violin. Beautiful woodwork. By giving each room its own elevation, they feel distinct but not confined because it's all open. Thank you AD for showcasing it.
How were the bathrooms?
@@carissafisher7514 That's a good question.
@@twistoffate4791 no answer though
no bathrooms? no cupboads?
guess its not finished yet, but ready for some more creative ideas!
I love everything about this. The way it was conceptualized is uniquely special in some way. From such an abstract idea to such a practical living space.
I love the ideas but I don't think it is a praticable living space. One of the beds is in the attic and you bag your head on the ceiling !
I love Dimitra’s enthusiasm as she talks about the house
Theres something so serene and calm living in the a forest like setting, isolated without the city traffic, noise and chaos. Forget a condo in the city, give me a cabin.
this is architecture at it’s finest.
prioritizing nature & the surrounding environment, incorporating poetry, philosophy & art into the design, having the ability to explain in full the meaning of every detail; phenomenal.
this house is a piece of art. every concept behind it is truly magical. i feel very inspired.
Each designer to its own, the thoughtfulness is felt, exciting compositions here and there BUT open stairs over the cooking space is sooo unhygenic🫣
Just listening to the intro and I already feel relaxed.
This one is such an exceptional one! I mean it's totally next level, I just can't tell how much I liked this one! So aesthetically designed and what a flawless place to build such a home
This is genuinely one of the most beautiful homes i've ever seen. What a fantastic idea to build from the inside first and to scrap the modern layouts. Stunning.
Beautiful home, beautiful production. Great to have the architects there to describe their inspiration/vision.
The connectedness of this space is truly what makes it so unique. Great work from everyone involved!
no lol
This is fantastic. The Japanese have known the relationship between architecture and psychology for thousands of years by integration of nature, culture and human development. The Japanese design reflects a seemless openness between the outside and inside dichotomy by merging the two into one continuous whole. Architecture has a big influence on human life. As we enter the new age of progressive ecological awareness, the way we build is going to be radically different from the past. We will build in harmony with nature. I have been studying the topic of how architecture can redefine our belief systems and the way we relate to nature and as such have been able to discover the language of architectural design as having a profoundly unique vocabulary that can be applied to human evolutionary potential.
5:38 corn-based bioplastic material ie standard PLA filament 😂😂😂
It’s a beautiful house being explained in a poetic way 😊
This is so beautiful & thought out. I teared up watching this masterpiece be explained. The word Beautiful is the biggest understatement. This home is pure ART.
this was therapeutic to watch
This architecture is stunning I’m amazed with the use of shapes and sunlight it’s all so appealing. It really accentuates the surrounding natural landscape and oo recycling. The interior is so cozy without losing any intrigue I would live here in a heartbeat
Kind of weird but my first response was to cry !!! The building is a very internal experience. We should all be so lucky to live in such a wonder.
We visited Steven Holl’s studio in Rhinebeck and it’s a marvel, so extraordinary - they list the house on Airbnb and the studio offers opportunities to the local art students. A true artist living in respect to nature and humans. 🔥❤️
I like the idea that the house looks like it has been inserted in the forest with just functional space for vehicles. Would have liked to see it at night in the video, with the interior lighting giving the sensation of a lantern.
Yes.. I kept waiting for them to show a shot at night with all the stars peeking through the windows.. that would’ve been absolutely stunning to see, especially considering how many times it was brought up. Shame they missed a good opportunity. Beautiful home though. Just lovely.
This is infinitely better than a tour of some 150 million 80000sqft Bel-Air mansion
thats a given.
It’s not that I’m crazy about it I think it’s pretty cool. The architects who are at the upper end of the profession get a play like this… As Artists. And I think that’s terrific.
Best poem I've heard in a long time. He captured the feeling of the complex, unique architectural design in the most simplified, elegant, perfectly accurate human- experience concepts. Absolutely beautiful.
It amazes me that they spent that much time designing such a beautiful space and managed to put a traditional rectangular door on every entrance.
I believe that when a person has that designer, creative, and artistic side of the brain they walk through life happier while noticing the beauty all around them.
I think “architecture talk” is hilarious.
“Living happens between those two different planes” or “The way the night experience works” or “You can see the materiality. . .”
Yeah but the more you watch this kind of stuff, the more you realize that a lot of it is apt description amongst the purple prose.
I must admit; I ground my teeth a bit, every time the word 'materiality' was spoken.
You must not question the high priesthood of architecture :)
@@btimec5290 consider the high priesthood of architecture questioned
@@virgilhawkins5680 apt, but also grating.
Absolutely beautiful structure...like a live-in piece of sculpture....if I lived there I would add only some kilim carpets and large live plants....well done!
May I bring in my 17th century family portraits and gilt baroque chairs?
@@marquamfurniture If that's what you imagine❣️
Very interesting there's always something to learn
They don't talk about how much more expensive this kind of curved building is. Some parts are pretty, but most is impractical or inconvenient to live with day-to-day.
Absolutely 😊
I don't think the idea behind this creation was about cost, the purpose of this building, in my opinion and what I can understand, was to create something unique and beautiful, a piece of art. I think they achieved what they were trying to.
@@killerwatts8 I would have thought that, too, had they not talked a lot about how other houses should be more like theirs.
I adore these videos, they make me dream!
Stupid comment!
“It’s only 980 square feet” that’s three times bigger than my cabin in Fairbanks AK. They talk about minimalism and subtleties but the cabin seems large and extravagant.
What is time, what is space, how to poetry and art connect? Gorgeous. I want this future for humanity and hopefully we can all work together to get there, and make our Earth what it is in our daily lives.
It was a pleasure listening to the architects!
what a inspiration, love how it plays with the natural light , would love to see the sunset , night with a clear sky , sunrise
I love everything about this house. Ecological and organic in every way without sacrificing the aesthetic beauty.
Cool house, can't imagine actually living in a house like this but would definitely visit for a weekend
These designers speak my language. You can tell they are truly LIVING their lives and one of the many results is this amazing architecture. In tune with nature, let space and time collide.
Beautiful, exciting, something new. Such connectivity to the environment with such care and imagination. It would be so easy to dismiss this as impractical. I think that I will let my heart lead and open my eyes to the future
I can tell someone had a lot of fun with Rhino’s BooleanDifference command😆
that light fixture reveals it all
Design is so superb gorgeous with peaceful surrounding ❤️
this is my one of the most favorite videos on earth
I just want to listen to these two talk about life and art and nature every morning to inspire my day.
Yes the talk is wonderfull. The design of the house not so much
The craftsmanship! Props to the hardworking and talented people who constructed it!
Imagine how different the world would look if every house/building was custom made and cookie cutter houses didn't exist
Everyone looks the same now too. God please guide us back to nature.
Imagine if we all had more money to do bespoke homes.
that would be terrible. i would be obligated to visit every home in the world to snoop around and admire it.
People find comfort in conformity, but I'll never understand.
because it's costly and time-consuming.
it usually takes around two years to design and build a fully customized home.
if you don't have much of a budget and are pressed for time to find a place to live in, then a pre-built house would suit you better.
~LOVE this ... 2:13 could be my reading nook ALL day long!
Architecturally speaking, this is incredible. But I personally would not want to live there… it’s not “homey”. Feels too much like a commercial space.
You have to understand this types of houses are made as experiments to showcase what u can do with organic materials, architects trying to win a prize or the architect putting his money into his own idea. Like a musician from a band going solo to do his own thing.
Yeah. And 2hat's the use of "sleeps five" if two of those people want to get down 😂
@@alejandroamoros5339 yes not made to be a home. And it shouldn’t be pushed as one.
@@justagirl7780 Can always be used as a rental for people trying to experience different things. Not like finding nature and animals in america is hard but its a luxurious experience for sure.
It's a beautiful vacation home. Perfect for those in NYC wanting an escape in the Hudson Valley.
where's the toilet though
The pond. The frogs take care of it.
Stunning beauty. Bravo to the designers and craftsman for such an achievement
This house feels more like an exciting peek into what's possible, rather than a stand-alone, architectural success. I can absolutely imagine a design incorporating this level of imagination and rule breaking, but pairing it with a more cohesive strategy -- one that isn't forced to compromise the exterior for the interior -- one that doesn't feel like a collection of ideas that are squashed together. And I can imagine that house being a truly monumental achievement in architecture and design. Because I do see elements that are absolute triumphs (the entry way, for instance) and it's obvious that these architects have a unique and worthwhile vision. If this were a music album, this would be an early example of an exciting new genre -- experimental, noteworthy, eye-catching -- but ultimately a precursor to later albums that are able to deliver more seamless final products, that better maximize the genre's potential.
I love the house and the concept but where is the bathroom?
Beautiful space. Loved the poem!
Seattle (now) has amazing autumnal tones throughout the city
Made me smile to watch this project. I absolutely love experimental design and architecture and discovering new possibilities. Thanks AD, great project.
I love how much work and how much care they put into it
My friends grandparents are best friends with the architect and I got to check this place out for a full day
Does the single bed seem as dangerous in real life as it looks on screen
Definitely a great video for beginners. Thoroughly enjoyed. Found my new YT yoga instructor
It's a superb retreat cabin
This is a true poetry in architectural form
What architects need to focus on is creating cheap, sustainable, affordable tiny homes for singles. And then when people want to create a family the houses can come together like Lego blocks creating a bigger home for the family and having possibilities of having extensions like a greenhouse rooftop that catches rain and generates edible plants. or extensions to add more room options.
These present architects are not really focusing on the bigger picture of all people but rather the rich individuals that could afford these luxury art pieces.
I find it crazy how some of the most brilliant minded people are not able to output their ideas because of financial instability. If more people were able to pursue their personal ideas to contribute humanity then I think we all would be able to achieve happiness sooner or later. I wish I could live a life where everyone around me is a happy individual that appreciates nature and love. it just seems so bleek.
Exactly. I looked at this house and all I could think was how many smaller more functional houses could have been made with it and given to people who need homes. But yay spheres.
Absolutely beautiful!
They seem great but they had to use the most pompous phrasing lol
Absolutely stunning
One of my fav episodes so far
They talk about loving nature and being more sustainable and at the same time they used mahagony all over the house
This is freaking incredible. I can't even imagine being able to fathom something like this. And to everyone being basic about it, this house could very well inform a better residential housing standard - natural light, organic materials and a general emphasis on human enjoyment inside of our homes is always worth exploring. Especially if it ends up looking like this.
Wow …what an Accomplishment !!!
This is such awesome house! I love It already
The only thing I really don’t like about this is the open stairs over the only kitchen counter.
A house with a kitchen, a living room and a bedroom. No matter how sophisticated you try to make it look. No matter how hard you try to theorize it. In the end it all comes down to those simple things.
WELL DONE
This is the kind of content that is deserving of the AD name.
I like how they said the space has no defined bedrooms as if we'd never heard of a loft apartment before.
The fact that you could stay here for $461 per night (at time of writing) is amazing. I’ll acknowledge that’s still pretty expensive, but it’s available. Damn.
What a dream! this is art.
I LOVE the discussion within the comments. If you have a family the no rooms concept is not cool. Have you ever walked in on a 13 year old before. SMH And I dont want people to look in from the outside. I just love the idea of it being off grid. I think that should be the standard of living .... best way to heal the earth and go back to it since we have the technology to live in comfort without being toxic to the earth
this is my dream cabin.
Really unique modern cabin, the architecture the shape the interior.
Trying to imaginate our future housing is very captivating !
Art design brilliant.
creativity and art. away from the conforms of society to do anything and although i cant always appreciate architecture, i respect this exploration this is humanity and what we’re meant to do
every space has a function . very intresting
This is stunning
I love this house!!
Architects love ❤️ Abstract designs.
I love everything about this home
Who doesn't want that house?! Gorgeous 😍
Beautiful. And the acoustics are so round and warm.
This is different... ❤️📌
it is an art not practical living area. A lot of waste space and extremely difficult to clean or maintain
Agreed. I did not see a toilet, storage closets, laundry area. Beautiful but not sure it would be functional home.
I could very happily live here.
I love a good case study, this space is phenomenal
Beautiful, intriguing house. Wonderful, enthused designers. Glad we have things like this. 99.9 % of people wioll never be able to live in anything like this. Still, maybe we all can learn a little about things we can do in our own spaces.
this is a masterpiece! thank you for creating and sharing it 🙏❤️
beautiful
This is a true masterpiece