May 13 2016 explore gem barton s board modern thatch on pinterest.
Contemporary modern thatched roof.
When you have considered this from all angles go ahead and get the beautiful thatch roof cottage house design you want.
Drawing inspiration from traditional thatched roofs found throughout ukrainian farms and villages the contemporary thatched roof purposefully shaped to follow the lines of the windows.
An old barn built in the 1800s was transformed into a modern office space in a countryside where urban development is in the works.
One example is this traditional cottage in croatia.
There are cases when old houses have been remodeled and their thatched roofs became a part of the new look.
Designed by arend groenewegen architect.
Like for instance an area near the sea needs to have materials used that can take on the onslaught of salt water and winds without changing the quality or appearance of the thatched roof.
This results in a unique appearance for the house that draws the eye upwards to the roof.
It s true that thatched roofs are often a sign of a rustic design but that doesn t mean it can t be a feature of a modern home.