The Corkshack was a project conceived by Dewi Jones, a graphic designer originally from Wales. He and his wife Clare wanted to reconstruct the medieval roundhouses of the local area in the Alentejo, Portugal and make them the focal point of their luxury eco glamping business. After careful consideration and research into the project, Dewi came up with the design for the Corkshack, a structure based on the dwellings of the Bronze and Iron Age people of more than two thousand years ago, but with a modern and natural twist!
The desire to design a space, which was both stylish and unique and, at the same time, in harmony with nature, highlighted the need to use ecological materials wherever possible. Hence, wood was used to build the main frame of the 25 sqm decagon Corkshack, and the exterior walls covered with cork, an excellent natural thermal and acoustic insulator. Natural broom was sourced to thatch the conical roof to add an authentic touch.
After successfully building two Corkshacks for their tourism business, the couple has decided to make this vision a reality for others. Therefore, drawing on this experience and an enthusiasm to help others contribute to being more environmentally friendly while achieving their aims, they have teamed up with
MAN Architects in Lisbon, Portugal. The highly experienced, professional studio has produced high quality architectural plans, which are available at an affordable price.
These plans aim to improve the building experience of anyone wishing to construct a Corkshack and create a connection between themselves and nature.
Better for nature, better for your spirit.
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