*빈티지 하우스 [ balbek bureau ] Relogged House

balbek bureau-Relogged House

Concept. The project's name, Relogged, refers to its main objective, which is to reinterpret the log cabin concept. It also plays with the vibe of the location  a place where nature and comfortable, tranquil living converge. While exploring examples of redesigned log cabins, we couldn't find any references that matched our preferences and overall vision. Therefore, we decided to trust our intuition.

We opted for a contrasting solution for the dark wood on the walls  light wall panels and textiles, neutral concrete flooring, and simple, minimalist geometry. As for the overall interior concept, the client's stylistic reference was Rick Owens' apartment in the Italian city of Concordia – grungy, brutal, and utilitarian.

Challenges. The client's first request was a complete departure from the classic aesthetics of the log house. During the discussions, a decision was made to adapt the log house to a modern design while preserving the exposed wood inside the rooms. This decision was also technically motivated  fully covering the wood would have been problematic due to the movement of the house's timber. As the owners rent the house, we had to implement our ideas with minimal effort – using pinpoint construction changes and furniture and interior solutions.

The exterior of the log house was dark hued, so we decided to unify the color and tone of the wood inside with a dark shade. In the search for the perfect option, we tested different colors and determined the right amount of layers until we achieved the desired effect. Before staining, the entire log surface was sanded. Additionally, we removed as many trimmed beams from the log structure as possible to make the lines and geometry appear cleaner.

Interior. The entrance to the living area is designed as a glass vestibule. Symmetrical stairs in the grand hall lead to the second floor. The staircase structure is a wooden clad metal console. In line with the overall concept of minimalist design and clear geometry of elements, as well as the client's request, the stairs are without handrails.

To the left of the entrance is a home theater. There is a step at the entrance since there used to be a garage with a different floor level, making the theater area recessed. According to the client's suggestion, the walls are paneled with plywood. The metal cabinets in the theater are custom made based on the bureau's sketches and are also placed in other rooms of the house, acting as unifying elements in the interior.

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