smokehouse
The SMOKEHOUSE is a winning entry to The Warming Huts v.2013: An Art + Architecture Competition on Ice. The structure is one of several seasonal rest stops along The River Trail at The Forks in Winnipeg, Manitoba. www.warminghuts.com
link to project pinterest board
In responding to the harsh winter conditions of The River Trail, the design of the SMOKEHOUSE uses form and materiality to provide as well as signify shelter and warmth. The charred wood exterior alludes to the fire within while rendering it resistant to fire, rot and pests. The interior is lined with industrial wool felt, also naturally fire resistant, and provides both insulation and wind break. The felt is shingled and some of the panels are embossed by artist Rebecca Howdeshell with prehistoric imagery from the area dating back 6000 years. The primitive structure has a single small entrance and a vent hole in the roof that acts like a chimney.
The elemental, pure form of the hut, almost the very symbol of home, rendered in the stark black of charred wood, is nestled in soft white snow. Inside, layers of thick ivory felt line the walls and seating, creating a nest-like interior reminiscent of ancient gathering places strewn with animal pelts. On closer inspection, one discovers the felt layers embossed with delicate patterns and textures, a subtle sanctification of intimate space. The room has a unique sound, or absence thereof: it is silent, like the sound of new snow on the street.
Architect:
Aamodt Plumb Architects
91 Harvey Street, Suite 2
Cambridge, MA 02140
Team: Mette Aamodt, Andrew Plumb
Rachel Gealy, Chris Mascari
Artist:
Rebecca Howdeshell
4240 Sexton Lane
Dallas, TX 75229
469-744-4334
howdeshell@gmail.com
http://rebeccahowdeshell.blogspot.com
Photographer:
Dan Harper and Aamodt Plumb Architects
link to project pinterest board
In responding to the harsh winter conditions of The River Trail, the design of the SMOKEHOUSE uses form and materiality to provide as well as signify shelter and warmth. The charred wood exterior alludes to the fire within while rendering it resistant to fire, rot and pests. The interior is lined with industrial wool felt, also naturally fire resistant, and provides both insulation and wind break. The felt is shingled and some of the panels are embossed by artist Rebecca Howdeshell with prehistoric imagery from the area dating back 6000 years. The primitive structure has a single small entrance and a vent hole in the roof that acts like a chimney.
The elemental, pure form of the hut, almost the very symbol of home, rendered in the stark black of charred wood, is nestled in soft white snow. Inside, layers of thick ivory felt line the walls and seating, creating a nest-like interior reminiscent of ancient gathering places strewn with animal pelts. On closer inspection, one discovers the felt layers embossed with delicate patterns and textures, a subtle sanctification of intimate space. The room has a unique sound, or absence thereof: it is silent, like the sound of new snow on the street.
Architect:
Aamodt Plumb Architects
91 Harvey Street, Suite 2
Cambridge, MA 02140
Team: Mette Aamodt, Andrew Plumb
Rachel Gealy, Chris Mascari
Artist:
Rebecca Howdeshell
4240 Sexton Lane
Dallas, TX 75229
469-744-4334
howdeshell@gmail.com
http://rebeccahowdeshell.blogspot.com
Photographer:
Dan Harper and Aamodt Plumb Architects
