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FRAMES

After the decision to use repeating frames in the

Wall was taken, we started investigating different

options. Starting from the basic shape of a vertical

space stretched in the project length, we set a

maximum length of five meters for the columns,

the length that the sawmill could produce. To allow

some flexibility and make the frame rigid in itself we

extended the width, trying different configurations,

lengths and angles.

Once we had tried placing the different options

on the 1:50 landscape model, we had a round of

discussion, landing on extending the frame on the

tall side towards the east. The idea was that this

extension would offer a space for a walkway and a

wider space where needed.

After deciding upon the frame layout, we marked

it up in 1:1 on the ground to get a feeling of the

dimensions, resulting in a final shape of about

1.6 meters wide. The roof slope was set to be 22

degrees, ideal for slate stones, while the inclined

wall facing the east held an angle of 80 degrees.

▵ Five different frame options in 1:50. The rightmost one was selected and

tweaked later on.

▵ Testing out the frame in 1:1 size.

▹ One of the frame models on site that we decided to orient so that the

sloping wall would face the creek.

planning