In the verdant expanses surrounding Silkeborg, ReVærk architects have manifested their vision of ecological and educational synergy with the inception of the House of Nature.
ReVærk’s House of Nature is a physical embodiment of the school’s core curriculum, “Nature and Outdoor Life,” providing a sanctuary where the forest is not just a backdrop but a living element of the educational experience. The design pays homage to ancestral building methods, with a modern translation of the venerable Danish 'bullade' timber frame, while breathing efficacy into the structure with the age-honored ‘Fortochka’ ventilation principle.
The studio's fidelity to ecological principles extends through every timber and joint. From the locally sourced oak and douglas fir to the acacia shingles that clothe the structure's exterior, each material is chosen for its longevity and ability to age with grace, integrating into the forest's lifecycle.
Responding to a site laden with environmental challenges, ReVærk rejected the usual recourse to concrete, instead embedding the House of Nature on a screw pile foundation. This not only honors the terrain’s natural state but also marks a stride toward construction methodologies that prioritize site integrity and resource efficiency.
More than a mere educational facility, the House of Nature serves as a physical declaration of ReVærk’s architectural philosophy—where structures do not impose but rather whisper their presence, allowing the environment to converse and coalesce with human inhabitation.
In the House of Nature, ReVærk delivers a comprehensive narrative that transcends the conventional, marrying the school's pedagogic mission with a palpable reverence for the forest. This structure is not just a place for learning but a canvas that illustrates the potential of thoughtful, environmentally attuned design.
