JOSEP Architects & Sunsquare Cooperation

Architecture with Sun Sails

This exceptional building project is based on a humanistic architectural concept by JOSEP Architekten, placing dignity, sustainability, and intergenerational living at its core.
The timber house binds a significant amount of CO₂, deliberately avoids sealed surfaces for cars, and instead creates space for people and nature.

A central element of the project is the shared garden area, for which SunSquare developed a custom shading solution:
Two SQS sun sail systems, each with a surface area of 34 m², crafted in radial cut from Orchestra U335 Gypse Pique, were mounted symmetrically along the axis. The inclination of the fabric rolls also follows a parallel alignment – a clear commitment to structural order and aesthetics.
A discreet façade mounting was intentionally chosen to preserve the architectural integrity. Instead of ground screw foundations, wall mounting was used, harmoniously integrating into the overall concept.

A key feature is the independent controllability of the two sails – they can be used individually and offer flexible shading for different times of day and user needs.

This project demonstrates how architecture and technical solutions can work hand in hand – for a livable future built on humanity, experience, and simple principles.

Photos: Aaron Zhao Jün Jiang