Reintroducing The A-Frame
Timeless structures with a cult following
The Alpha series By Lindal, Designed by OM Studio | Aris Georges
As the quintessential American vacation home, A-frames came to represent everything we love about a no-frills but exceedingly cozy getaway.
Sturdy, cost-effective, and straightforward to construct, the uncomplicated A-frame was a sought-after vacation home during the midcentury. In contemporary times, this traditional getaway has experienced a resurgence in popularity. A-frame homes, characterized by their self-supporting structure that eliminates the necessity for internal posts, showcase open layouts with high ceilings and triangular end walls adorned with expansive glass panels. Occasionally, a partial floor is introduced to establish a lofted area for sleeping or storage purposes.
This flexible modular Lindal home design allows you to scale up or down as your needs require. A revolutionary new take on a well-beloved classic, the Alpha celebrates the fundamental geometry of its structure by partially exposing the framing on the exterior. This allows additional light to penetrate the interior of the home and increases the amount of usable wall space while remaining true to the A-frame’s singular design aesthetic. Walls of glass on the view side helps to draw the outside in with plenty of natural light.
Alpha Base Modules 4-7
The adaptable modular Lindal home design enables you to adjust its size according to your changing needs. Representing a groundbreaking reinterpretation of a cherished classic, the Alpha embraces the inherent geometry of its structure by partially revealing the framing on the exterior. This innovative approach not only allows more natural light to permeate the interior but also maximizes the usable wall space, all while staying faithful to the distinctive design aesthetics of the A-frame. The incorporation of glass walls on the side with a view serves to seamlessly connect the outdoors with the interior, flooding the space with ample natural light.
The A-frame architectural framework has been employed in practical constructions dating back to ancient times. The uncomplicated form, simplicity of assembly, and capacity to withstand adverse weather conditions have contributed to the widespread popularity of this steeply pitched building style globally. This includes its presence in various structures, ranging from Japan's Gassho-zukuri "prayer-hands construction" farmhouses to the feast houses of Micronesia.
Designed in Lindal's Post and Beam system, the Alpha Series is modular, adaptable, and can be shaped to meet your and your site's needs.
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