The Chen House is a Disaster-Proof Farmhouse in Taiwan

<a href="http://www.clab.fi/projects/chen-house/">Casagrande Laboratory</a> decided against building a stout, heavy structure when they conceived of the Chen House in Taiwan. Even though <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geography_of_Taiwan">the northern mountainous territory</a> of the country is subject to raging typhoons, blistering heat and even earthquakes, the designers opted for a slight wooden construction lifted off the ground that allows this simple but attractive farmhouse to work in gentle harmony with the elements - like a tree that bends with the wind.

This farmhouse in Taiwan is made of very simple materials

The lightweight wooden construction is lifted off the ground

The outdoors and interior are virtually indistinguishable from one another

A beautiful brick fireplace provides warmth in winter and stability

Bioclimatic design circulates a breeze from the nearby river to cool the home

A small family of farmers lives in this tiny structure

Despite being little more than a shelter, the home is nonetheless cozy and functional against the elements

The lightweight construction gives the project more strength and flexibility against earthquakes and typhoons

Even in blistering summers, the home stays cool thanks to passive design

The Chens appear to grow all of their own food!