Organic architecture is a design approach that focuses on creating buildings that are in harmony with the natural environment. It emerged in the early 20th century as a response to modern architecture's mechanical and industrial nature. The main idea in the emergence of organic architecture is to create structures that are functional, aesthetically pleasing, and environmentally sustainable. Many residences, office buildings, schools, and museums have been designed with an organic architectural design approach. Organic architecture maintains its popularity today and continues to be a source of inspiration for designs.
Waterfall House / Pennsylvania, United States
As parquet manufacturers, we are aware that we have an essential role in creating structures with organic architecture with our high-quality, sustainable flooring solutions. We desired to examine the principles of organic architecture and how parquet flooring can contribute to this design philosophy in this week's blog post.
Learning Hub, Singapore, Heatherwick Architecture / © Hufton+Crow
What is Organic Architecture?
In its most general definition, organic architecture is a design approach that aims to create buildings that are compatible with the environment. It adopts the idea that buildings should integrate with the natural environment. The design of an organic building is not predetermined but evolves as the building is constructed and user actions differ. This approach provides not only functional but also visually appealing and environmentally compatible structures.
Organic architecture is mainly based on the following principles:
Integrity with the environment: Organic buildings should be in harmony with their environment and an integral part of the landscape.
Functionality: The design of an organic building should be determined by its intended use, all parts of the building should function and serve as a whole.
Natural materials: Organic architecture promotes the use of natural building materials such as wood, stone, and clay to create a harmonious relationship between the building and the environment.
Simplicity: Organic buildings are characterized by their simple, unadorned forms. This sense of simplicity allows the building to blend in with the surroundings and emphasizes its functionality of the building.
Flexibility: Organic buildings should have flexible spaces for changes in the environment and the needs of the occupants.
How Can Laminate Flooring Systems Contribute to Organic Architecture?
Laminated parquet floors are an excellent choice for structures with organic architecture, as they are produced from natural materials and have a visually appealing structure. Using laminate flooring in organic buildings can help establish a harmonious relationship between the building and the environment.
Here are some of the topics that parquet flooring systems can contribute to organic architecture:
Natural materials: Parquet flooring is typically made from sustainable materials such as renewable and biodegradable hardwood. Therefore, parquets are the perfect choice for those looking for a sustainable flooring solution.
Aesthetics: Parquet floors have an attractive, natural look that will help create a warm and inviting atmosphere in a building with organic architecture. The use of different wood species and patterns in engineering flooring will add a special texture to the space and create a unique appearance with the natural environment harmony.
Durability: Engineering parquet floors are flooring systems that have high resistance to heavy pedestrian traffic that can be used for many years. Therefore, it is an excellent choice for areas with an organic architectural design and high user traffic network.
Sustainability: Engineering flooring is a sustainable building material that reduces the carbon footprint of the building. End-of-life laminate flooring can be recycled or reused at the end of its life, making it a more sustainable option than other flooring types.
Rådhuset Metro Station / Stockholm, Sweden
Casa Milà / Barcelona, Spain
Examples of structures with organic architectural design:
Casa Milà (1910): It is a historical building designed by the Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. The building, which has traces of nature, is one of the first examples of organic architectural understanding.
Waterfalling House (1939): It is an iconic building designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, who gave the name "Organic Architecture". The building was built on the waterfall by creating a majesty with nature.
Rådhuset Metro Station (1975): The metro station was designed by Sigvard Olsson and is located in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden. The metro station evokes the feeling of being inside a cave.
Learning Hub (2013): Located in Singapore, the building was designed by the London-based architectural design office Heatherwick Architecture. The facade cladding of the building has a curved structure that was produced with special molds.
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References:
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