How to create your favourite space with daylight

Tania and Casper's Strand Hus, or beach house, is a perfect example of modern Danish coastal living. This Paradise Home combines function and beauty to create a captivating space for family and friends.

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Serenity by the Sea

Creative Design on the Danish Shore

Facing stringent planning regulations in 2018, Tania and Casper embraced innovation by incorporating a distinctive slanted roof into the design of Strand Hus. This feature became the home's crowning glory when it was finished with 12 strategically placed VELUX roof windows, flooding the home with soft, Nordic light and capturing the essence of seaside living.

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The Blueprint for a Functional House

Every aspect of Strand Hus has been designed with functionality in mind. Explore the details that make this house the perfect living space.

The Importance of Natural Ventilation

Discover how the pitched roof and strategically placed VELUX roof windows of Strand Hus facilitate effective natural ventilation, providing Tania and Casper's family with access to fresh Nordic air.

A Bedroom Built for Light

Tania and Casper's bedroom has quickly become their favourite space. With impressive VELUX roof windows and a peaceful atmosphere, it's the perfect place to relax and recharge.

Brighter Bathrooms

Discover the refreshing experience of Strand Hus' master bathroom and witness how VELUX roof windows enhance the space with floods of daylight.

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