DublDom

Kandalaksha / Russi

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In the isolated Russian town of Kandalaksha, Moscow-based BIO Archi-

tects have recently constructed a remarkable prefabricated safe haven

for hikers, skiers and nature lovers. Located north of the Arctic Circle

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DublDom in Kandalaksha benefits from amazing views of lakes, moun-

tains and sea. Built to sleep eight, the striking prefab is the latest exam-

ple of DublDom modular homes that are affordable, customizable, and

engineered with precision. Since the prefab could only be installed vi

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a helicopter, the architects had to prioritize minimizing the weight of the

structure. A year in the planning, the actual installation took only 45

minutes from start to finish. BIO Architects began the process with the

standard DublDom modules and selected building materials and

fit

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tings that followed stringent criteria for durability, energy ef

ficiency,

and weight. The south-facing full-height window provides the house

with passive heating. The GROHE Eurostyle Cosmopolitan single-leve

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sink mixer was installed in the compact and highly practical kitchen to

withstand the rigours of this remote location.

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