

Pre-engineered structures for wild terrains.
We design and engineer high-performance architectural sanctuaries. Optimized for remote terrains, our structures preserve the natural landscape while delivering absolute thermal comfort and uninterrupted vistas.




Two structural archetypes.
Charred timber and glass.
Optimized for dense coastal forests and harsh maritime climates. Features a weather-resilient charred timber envelope, integrated space-saving storage, and expansive floor-to-ceiling glass framing the horizon.
Raw concrete and steel.
Engineered for high-altitude alpine environments and extreme sub-zero temperatures. A brutalist concrete shell paired with raw steel details and an ultra-insulated, high-performance thermal envelope.
Engineered for extreme thermal loads.
0.11
U-value thermal envelope
100%
Off-grid power autonomy
40 m²
Optimized site footprint
Begin your site-specific build.
From remote zoning and off-grid engineering to final architectural construction, we manage the entire complexity of your remote build. Let us frame your wilderness.
ARKETYPE
Architectural restraint, engineered for remote terrains.
Inquiries
studio@arketype.design
Oslo — Seattle
By appointment only
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