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Thatched House, Kirkeby
Restoration of a typical Danish house with thatched roof, built in 1737 for a whale fisher. Reparation of roof, windows and doors, floors, outside walls were rough-casted and lime-washed in the traditional red color.
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Project details
| Title: | Thatched House, Kirkeby |
|---|---|
| Entr. year: | 1986 |
| Result: | Diploma |
| Country: | Denmark |
| Town: | Kirkeby, Island of Romo |
| Category type: | architectural heritage |
| Building type/ Project type: | residential building |
| Former use: | Dwelling house |
| Actual use: | Dwelling house |
| Built: | 18th century |
| Architect / Proj.leader: | Aksel Skov, Arkitect (Havneby - DK) |
| The Jury's citation: | "For the extremely attractive restoration of a traditional thatched home, by its owners" |
Description:
Restoration of a typical Danish house with thatched roof, built in 1737 for a whale fisher. Reparation of roof, windows and doors, floors, outside walls were rough-casted and lime-washed in the traditional red color.
