Two Towers at Manshausen

Two Towers at Manshausen Island Resort are positioned on the edge of an existing stone quay on the island that once housed a larger coal storage, at the time the island was part of the waterway network of the fishing industry of old. The burnt wooden cladding of the towers both gives a nod back to that coal and also a stark contrast to the reflective sea. The charred black absorbs the light, almost creating visually negative space. The design is a mix of influence by traditional wooden constructions and a step into the future, energy independent with the sloping south wall entirely covered in solar panels.

The towers frame a very private view of the sea in the living room downstairs and opens the entire ceiling to the skies above in the bedroom area upstairs.

The cabins each have a custom designed bed under the upstairs glass roof. A hidden work desk folds down from the wall, a small balcony provides shelter above the entrance door below and a silent aircon is hidden under the bed. A generous winding stairway connects the two floors, with an extra bed under it. A multi-functional central box packs the technical equipment, but also cabinets with a mini-bar, coffee machine, storage space and the bathroom. The bathroom is both a functional size space, but also featuring custom design elements and comfortable appliances, including the spacious shower. Facing the front and undisturbed sea view is a compact living room, tailored to a generous sofa.

The exterior shou sugi ban cladding is made from burnt, carbonized larch. The main construction and exposed interior walls and stairway from cross laminated timber construction, with high interior quality. The glass front wall and ceiling are made from structural glazing. The fourth wall entirely clad in solar panels.