Modern thatched house

A timber-framed home in Japan and a refurbished thatched-roof cottage in Germany feature in this roundup, which spotlights Dezeen's top houses from October.

Image 16 of 39 from gallery of River House F / Bert Pepler Architects. Photograph by Greg Cox/ Bureaux, Bert Pepler

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Imagine yourself in an old-style thatched house, where timeless simplicity meets rustic elegance. A thatched roof gives a sense of nostalgia and originality to the house and inspires a sense of tradition and craftsmanship. Its natural texture and warm colors create captivating visual appeal, while also offering excellent insulation and durability.

Architect Mathias Brockdorff created an ideal home for himself and his family

Two Bedroom Thatch Roof House - Id 12228 image and visual related images

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