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The Acorn

Timber Diagrid Structure

The Acorn is a timber diagrid living space, constructed from prefabricated timber diamond cassettes. Its domed form was optimised for structural efficiency using Rhino, Grasshopper, and Karamba, with hoop stresses resisted by plywood sheathing or steel tension cables acting as ring beams. An internal mezzanine is suspended from the external diagrid frame. Screw pile foundations were chosen to enable easy removal at end of life, minimising environmental impact.

Key Features

  • Parametric design
  • Exposed timber diagrid structure
  • Screw pile foundations
Location
Devon, UK
Architect
Begent Architecture
Status
On Site
Categories
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Images by
Will Scott + Timber Workshop + Simple Works
The Acorn
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