Arrhov Frick: House in Äpplarö

Built entirely from untreated local pine wood, this single family house blends expertly with its surroundings in the Stockholm archipelago, taking advantage of the site's conditions.

Stockholm-based architects Arrhov Frick Arkitektkontor have completed a single-family house in the island of Äpplarö, Stockholm archipelago, Sweden. The architects used the site's unique conditions to bring all the program requirements into a single floor, tilting the building in order to allow sea views from all rooms.

The main living and sleeping areas are condensed on one side of the building, and are followed by an open space which breaks the rhythm of the volume. The outdoor space is followed by another module, which harbours the guest house.

Built entirely from untreated local pine wood, the house blends expertly with its surroundings, taking advantage of the site's conditions. The tilted volume allows the creation of different types of spaces, with different sizes and light conditions.

Arrhov Frick Arkitektkontor: House in Äpplarö, Sweden
Location: Äpplarö, Stockholm archipelago
Project years: 2010 — 2012
Client: Private
Contractor: Sommarjönen
Program: Private house
Area: 150 + 50 + 15 square metres