Dune Shack
Along the shores of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, small weathered dune shacks were once informal shelters for fishermen.
This residential home provides a dwelling for a local sea captain while honoring the Capes vernacular architecture.
Computational analysis allows for glare and window optimization
Windows were optimally chosen to both reduce electricity costs, and lower glare.
Ground Floor Plan
Second Floor
Third Floor
Accurate detailing ensures optimal energy efficiency
Above, the CLT forms assemble into the main surfaces of the home
The final form is compliant with Cape Cod's cultural aesthetic while experimenting with CLT.
Stained red, the main staircase highlights a light shaft which provides ocean views to every floor.
Windows frame major views and iconic landmarks
Date
Summer 2025
Location
Chatham, Cape Cod
Type
Material Research, Competition
Phase
Design Development
Team
John Conrad, Prof. Roz Barr