Danish Architects Renovate 1960s Modernist Vejrhøj Summerhouse with New Extension
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Danish architecture firms Studio Marshall Blecher and Jan Henrik Jansen Arkitekter have renovated the modernist Vejrhøj summerhouse in rural Denmark, originally designed by architect Ole Meyer in 1967. The renovation preserves the original structure's distinctive thatched roof and modernist design while adding a standalone extension that mimics the original form. The project involved intricate craftsmanship to restore the building's original character while making it suitable for contemporary use, maintaining the balance between preservation and modern functionality.
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· 3 pulledNamed Vejrhøj, the dwelling in rural Fårevejle was originally completed in 1967 by Danish architect Ole Meyer, and at the time won international acclaim for its blending of
Architecture practices Studio Marshall Blecher and Jan Henrik Jansen Arkitekter have renovated a 1960s summerhouse in Denmark, adding a standalone extension that mimics its original form and thatched roof.
The renovation preserves the original structure's distinctive thatched roof and modernist design while adding a standalone extension that mimics the original form.
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