The Digital House by Julian Krüger and Benjamin Kemper reimagines micro-architecture with a compact, aluminum-clad cabin that assembles without screws, nails, or adhesives. Nestled in a forest near Wismar, Germany, the 16 m² structure uses laser-cut recycled aluminum panels over a precisely milled plywood frame. Its modular system allows for easy on-site assembly by just two people, reinforcing its ethos of flexibility, portability, and low environmental impact.

Inside, the Digital House features pine plywood paneling, a lofted sleeping space, and a ribbon of continuous windows that fill the space with natural light. Four large cutouts connect the interior to the forest surroundings, while a screw pile foundation lifts the structure off the ground without damaging the site. Lightweight, compact, and digitally fabricated, the cabin presents a thoughtful model for sustainable retreat living in remote or protected environments.

Image Credit: Julian Krüger and Benjamin Kemper