Innovative Split-Level Design: House at Lake Plau - A Modern Marvel

Waldstraße 4, 19395 Plau am See, Germany

Project's Summary

Located on a sloping plot at Lake Plau in the heart of the "Mecklenburg Lake District," the House at Lake Plau is a remarkable single-family home that showcases innovative design and a modern aesthetic. The architects at wolff:architekten brilliantly utilized the tight restrictions imposed by the development plan to create a truly extraordinary living space. The result is a stunning building that seamlessly blends open spatial concepts with a clever interplay of levels.

One of the most striking features of the House at Lake Plau is its unique two-story structure. From the side facing the road, the house appears as a one-story construction, cleverly utilizing the slope of the plot. However, on the other side, it rises to a two-story structure, maximizing the living and working spaces within. This design not only adds a captivating visual element but also allows for a maximum open and transparent facade overlooking the beautiful lake, while maintaining a more introverted and closed facade facing the street.

The two distinct parts of the building, dedicated to "living and working," are connected through an open two-story hall. This architectural marvel not only provides a clear view of the lake but also fills the center of the building with natural light through a skylight. The thoughtful layout and design choices in the House at Lake Plau create a harmonious balance between functionality and aesthetics.

In line with the modern concept of sustainable living, the House at Lake Plau features an equally innovative heating system. Constructed entirely of solid sand-lime bricks, the outer walls consist of a two-shell structure with inner core insulation. This construction method allows for a solid outer shell, which is then covered with a fine-grained plaster. Moreover, the entire house is equipped with underfloor heating, while a heat pump utilizing geothermal energy efficiently heats the entire building. Additionally, the roof incorporates a photovoltaic collector system, generating an impressive 7500 kWh per year. As a result, the House at Lake Plau produces four times more energy than it consumes, making it an exemplar of sustainable architecture.

The House at Lake Plau, designed by the talented team at wolff:architekten, is a true architectural masterpiece. Its innovative use of space, split-level design, and sustainable features make it both visually stunning and environmentally conscious. Standing tall on the sloping plot, this extraordinary building seamlessly blends modern design with a deep respect for the surrounding natural beauty.

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