Thatching has been around since the Neolithic period, and in that time the straw and reed based material has been both a symbol of poverty and of wealth. Due to more recent interest in the preservation of historic properties, thatching has enjoyed a renewed popularity but that said, it is still a rarity to see it used in contemporary design. This home by Dutch architect Arjen Reas does just that, combining the traditional thatch with a smooth white render and elegant glazing to add a modern touch. Utilising the archetypal house form popularised by Herzog and de Meuron and MVRDV, the property is situated on the cusp of the city and is designed to reflect the meeting of rural and urban.
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