Slovakian home uses STEKO, a unique construction method from Switzerland

The house replaces and reproduces the architecture of an old brick building. Additionally, old wooden barns in the rear of the property were also demolished, which opened views of the natural surroundings. The architects chose to keep the coniferous trees as fixed landmarks for the new structure. Related: BARNagain Solar-Powered Home Built With Family’s Own Reclaimed Wood Although some of the leftover material from the old barns was used in building the new structure, it turned out that...