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A minimalist black building sits on a rocky coastline under a clear blue sky. In the foreground, white waves crash against dark, jagged rocks.

Fancy an artist's studio with a difference? Saunders has it covered

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Date
2 May 2012

Bergen-based architecture practice Saunders were invited to design a collection of six artists’ studios on Fogo Island, Newfoundland. These dramatic geometric structures act like beacons set against the landscape, while referencing materials from the existing vernacular architecture. A celebration of the island’s art and culture, they look like pretty inspiring spaces to work/procrastinate/relocate to. Where can we sign up?

The studios were a joint venture between The Shorefast Foundation and the Fogo Island Arts Corporation. In addition, Todd Saunders’ practice was commissioned to produce another, larger bespoke piece of architecture contributing to the island’s cultural scene. Fogo Island Inn, planned for completion later this year, will house a cinema, independent gallery, restaurant, and library. Watch this space.

A small, minimalist concrete building with a single window stands alone in a rugged landscape. It is positioned between a rocky hillside and a body of water with patches of dry grass.
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Bridge Studio

A small, white wooden cabin with a sharp, angled roof sits on a rocky coastline. To the right, three people stand on the rocks under a clear blue sky.
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Squish Studio

A tall, angular black building with a sharp white geometric cutout stands in a wild coastal landscape. In the distance, two people walk across a grassy field toward a rocky shoreline and the sea.
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Tower Studio

A tall, angular black building with a slanted glass roof stands alone in a wild, rocky landscape. Two small figures walk across the scrubland under a bright blue sky with wispy clouds.
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Tower Studio

A minimalist, rectangular concrete building sits alone on a dark, rocky landscape under a pale blue sky. Warm light glows from the interior of the open-fronted structure.
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Long Studio

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