![]() ![]() Photography by Tord-Rickard Söderström and Åke E:son Lindman.ħ. A skylight runs the length of the roof of this visitors center, while the rest of the roof and the exterior walls are covered with thatch, in keeping with the natural surroundings.ĭesigned by Wingårdhs. ![]() All five of the buildings that make up this town hall in the Netherlands are covered with thatched roofing for protection and to add a traditional element to the modern design.Ħ. Photography by Damir Fabijanic.Ĥ. This long, single level house has a thatched roof running the length of it, with a long skylight in the middle to let in natural light throughout the day.ĭesigned by Archispektras. Photography by Melchior Fotodesign.ģ. Traditional materials like brick, wood, and thatch used for the exterior, mix the old with the new on this modern family home.ĭesigned by Proah. Thatch by Voogtrietdekkers.Ģ. Thatch almost covers the entire exterior of this home, including the roof and some of the walls to create a textured look and contrast the black wood paneling.ĭesigned by Mohring Architekten. Here are 12 examples of thatch used on modern exteriors to create a unique look and add texture to the homes and buildings.ġ. The roof and walls of this family home in the Netherlands uses tightly packed thatch and white plaster to create a look that has both traditional and modern elements. Also, as long as it’s packed and installed properly, thatch is an excellent insulator and resistant to high winds. It’s a naturally weather-resistant material that doesn’t retain water, making it suitable even in places that experience a lot of rain. Even though it’s usually considered a traditional building material, thatch can sometimes be found on modern architecture. ![]()
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