Jeffery Poss Architect, PLLC

Meditation Hut III “Victor”

Meditation Hut III “Victor”
© Jeffery S. Poss

MEDITATION HUT III “VICTOR”

Jeffery S. Poss Architect

ARCHITECTS
Jeffery S. Poss Architect

PHOTOGRAPHS
Jeffery S. Poss

YEAR
2010

LOCATION
United States

CATEGORY
Installations & Structures

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The owners of a forested property wanted a quiet space to observe the surrounding nature. A naturalized understory leads to a visually kinetic approach ramp that contrasts to the subtle interior. Entry to the hut is through an obscured door detailed like the cedar walls.

Meditation Hut III “Victor”
© Jeffery S. Poss
Meditation Hut III “Victor”
© Jeffery S. Poss

Inside an oversized window opposite the entrance immediately pulls the view back outside to a composed view of mature trees. Adjacent to this is a miniature tea cabinet. A raised platform in the main space supports three tatami mats.

The location along the north pond edge allowed the development of several effluvial sensations. Throughout the day water reflections are projected onto the soffit.

Meditation Hut III “Victor”
© Jeffery S. Poss
Meditation Hut III “Victor”
© Jeffery S. Poss
Meditation Hut III “Victor”
© Jeffery S. Poss

The roof channels rainwater to a central spout over the pond. A horizontal window in the tatami room frames a meditative fragment of water. 

The floor of glossy ebonized birch has the sensation of a deep still pool ‐ the grass tatami mats become an island within an island. The result is an interior volume that is protective and serene but alive with subtle energy.


Meditation Hut III “Victor”
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Meditation Hut III “Victor”
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Jeffery Poss Architect, PLLC
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