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CAMDEN LONDON
The Sunday Stuga was built for a keen environmentalist in need of extra space for working, relaxing and entertaining friends. The design revels in the assembly of simple, sustainable materials.
The name ‘Stuga’ originates from Scandinavia where people retreat to ascetic rural cabins to enjoy fresh air, privacy and time for contemplation. The Nordic use of timber inspired the materiality of the project; different wooden elements were chosen for their aesthetic, functional, sustainable or structural qualities.
The new pavilion sits in a green oasis, bounded on all sides by the massive, brick-built Victorian villas that typify the Camden Square Conservation Area. Our design is a lightweight counterpoint to these hard, cliff-like structures.
The main façade is inclined towards the south to gather sunlight and enjoy views of blossoming fruit trees in neighbouring gardens. The roofline above is serrated to provide shading at the hottest parts of the day and to accommodate nearby trees on the site.
Photos Tom Gildon