Summary
A small cabin designed to withstand wildfires has been built in the Pyrenees mountains, which lie between Spain and France. Created by students at the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia, this 215 square foot structure uses charring techniques to make the wood resistant to fire.
Key Facts
- The cabin was developed by Spain's Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia.
- It is located in the Pyrenees and measures 215 square feet.
- The cabin can accommodate two people and includes a sleeping area, workspace, and bathroom.
- It uses a special building technique called Yakisugi, which involves charring wood to make it resistant to fire, insects, and moisture.
- The cabin is made from locally sourced cross-laminated timber and charred wood.
- It is part of the Bio for Piri initiative, which promotes using local timber from Pyrenean forests.
- The design includes inclined walls and a sloping roof to consider climate conditions and sun exposure.
