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Johannes Norlander Arkitektur AB's black tar covered House Morran<a title="1950's Island Cottage in Sweden Transformed Into Black Tar Home" href="http://www.norlander.se/" target="_blank">Johannes Norlander Arkitektur AB</a> renovated a 1950s island cottage on Sweden's Gothenburg Archipelago with jet-black wooden facade that draws upon traditional boat building techniques. House Morran is covered in <a title="1950's Island Cottage in Sweden Transformed Into Black Tar Home" href="http://inhabitat.com/villa-valtanen-is-a-wilderness-hideaway-in-finland-made-from-local-materials/" target="_blank"> black pine tar</a> - a material traditionally used throughout Norway to preserve wood against the elements.1
Johannes Norlander Arkitektur AB's black tar covered House MorranThe House Morran has been re-clad in tar-coated plywood that preserves and seals the wood, a technique commonly used for maritime use.2
Johannes Norlander Arkitektur AB's black tar covered House MorranOn its long and lean body it features several sliding glass doors and windows for natural light, crossed ventilation and fresh woodland breeze.3
Johannes Norlander Arkitektur AB's black tar covered House MorranIts dark exterior contrasts with its light wooden heart, which was left in its natural color homaging the beautiful grain.4
Johannes Norlander Arkitektur AB's black tar covered House MorranThe building's original volume and most of the structure has been kept intact, respecting the shelter's 50's design.5
Johannes Norlander Arkitektur AB's black tar covered House MorranThe interiors are bright, airy and uncluttered with minimal amount of furniture, all made from local pine.6
Johannes Norlander Arkitektur AB's black tar covered House MorranWith many little spaces created for relaxation and contemplation of nature, this beautiful Nordic home makes the most from its surroundings.7
