Live

SHELTER

designed and constructed

by Ark-Shelter
Live Perks of Ark
SHELTER S-helters
in balance with nature
www.ark-shelter.com M-odular
How we work
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Bring nature to
you

Ark-Shelter wants to go back to the basics

by proving a living place within nature.
Ark’s mobile and zero impact design allows
you to change destinations while leaving
nature untouched. The minimalist design
blends with the landscape, letting you
enjoy nature by becoming part of it. The
small impact minimizes our environmental
footprint, reduces the amount of required
resources, and encourages us to consume
less in general. They let us move towards
a more simplistic way of life and open
up the possibility for a more sustainable
future. Ark’s are ideal as a home building
solution as the production process is
perfectly streamlined, ensuring your
project is realised faster than through
traditional building and with complete
control of the budget. Your Ark home can
grow and shrink based on your evolving
needs and is extremely energy efficient.
 Wow-Shelter
Through the years we’ve made some different and
challenging realizations. From a sauna on skis to
a floating restaurant on a lake. A cabin flying high in
the sky by helicopter to be installed on a rooftop deck.
 Perks of Ark
Personality — What we love most is to start Speed — Why wait for a house to be built
from a white canvas and let all your or renovated? Our ateliers offer the
needs and desires merge into the unique fasted way to a finished home.
design of your dreams.

Adaptability — Ark’s live, they adapt to

your life! Want to move? It goes with
you. Looking to expand? Let’s add another
module. The beauty of modular building.

Naturally ecological — Wood as natural

insulation, self-sustainable technologies,
low consumption appliances, and a production
process that minimizes ecological impact.

Connected — Large windows let natural

light flow in, connecting you with your
surroundings. Making it the ideal home to
relax after a stressful day.

Minimalism — The fewer the stimuli around

you, the more your senses can be in focus.
Enjoy our minimalist design.
 Ecologic Prefabricated
Water retention in the country — 30cm thick Material fusion with the landscape — wooden Minimization of tree felling — due to the fact Local materials and economy — cabins are
the green roof of substrate with a facades made of vertical black slats that the modules are finally manufactured a Slovak product made from ecological
hydroaccumulation layer can catch impact merge with the trunks of the tree line in the factory, they can be planted as materials in order to support the Slovak
rains, unlike ordinary sloping or flat surrounding the forest. Close contact cells exactly between the tree trunks on economy.
roofs. with the forest evokes the atmosphere pre-prepared ground screws, so there is
when the treetops above the buildings are no risk of breaking the root systems or
Multiplication of the country ‘s habitat area — formed by imaginary saddle roofs, this trunks and the buildings come into closer
the combination of a green roof with the phenomenon is also manifested when viewed contact with the forest.
installation of the object on pillars to from the interior through the glazed
levitate over the untouched landscape parts of the roofs when the treetops are Minimization of construction traffic and waste
doubles the area of the landscape habitat. formed by exposed structures of vaults — the finished modules are mounted
and trusses. on the ground screws by means of a
Maintaining the natural climate of the forest crane within one day, which, even with
environment — the green roof, wooden the preparation of the ground screws,
facades and ventilated soil under the reduces the construction process with one
building absorb heat during hot days, week. In contrast to standard masonry
water during heavy rains and then construction, which lasts X months
gradually release into the environment, and, in addition to noise, also leaves
similar to the habitat of forests and construction waste after concreting or
meadows of the surrounding landscape. waste from individual building materials,
our method of construction is far more
liberating for the surrounding landscape.
 S-helters
Single Cabins
wide 3 m 3,5 m 4 m 4,5 m
maximum length 13,5 m
Lodge
wide 3 m 3,5 m 4 m 4,5 m
maximum length 13,5 m

M-odular
Combination of multiple cabins together

Ideal for
Houses
Holiday Homes
Rental projects
Lodges
 S-helters
Cabin S
wide 3m
maximum length 9,2 m

sleep
+ 0, 400 ± 0, 000

fire
eat
- 0, 400

- 0, 200

- 0, 050

cook
- 0, 020
Our Shelter S module is all about constructed out of sustainable wood.

wash
living simply, beautifully and yet It is possible to build these homes to
still with everything you need. It’s be entirely self-contained and off-grid,
about having the economic freedom to generating and storing their own water
live a bigger life, instead of having and electricity. Characteristic of these
a bigger house. They contain a living outbuildings are the large windows that
area, sleeping room, kitchen and ensure maximum outdoor experience and
bathroom and the complete structure is optimum light intensity.
Endless possibilities — Our unique design waking up to the sound of animals in
has no fixed foundations, which gives the woods, enjoying your morning coffee
you the advantage to have your ark in a peaceful atmosphere; Ark-shelter
wherever you can imagine! Whether you makes it possible. Our mobility offers
see yourself watching the moon’s rays you the opportunity to bring you closer
reflect on the lake, camping in a large to nature.
grass field surrounded with wild horses,

foto ©Thomas Debruyne

Furniture — Ark provides a total experience. The double bed can easily transform into
All furniture for the kitchen, bathroom a cosy couch facing the fireplace or the
and living area are included and were frameless window.
uniquely designed by Ark for your shelter.

foto ©Thomas Debruyne

 S-helters
Lodge Loft
wide 3,5 m 4 m 4,5 m 3,5 x 11,5 m
maximum length 13,5 m

Camp
3,5 x 11,5 m

The lodges of Ark-Shelter are made for

families, a group of friends or just
Family
a bigger living space. Two separated
bedrooms are installed with one at a side
3,5 x 12 m
with a big window to have enough natural
incoming light. The large living space, a trundle bed that offers you the ability
and big windows create an all-inclusive for two more people to stay in the lodge.
living environment. Another major fact is The two big terraces one on each side let
that there are convertible spaces such as you enjoy the nature to the fullest.
foto ©Thomas Debruyne
 Lodge
In to the Wild
wide 3,5 m
length 12,5 m

Nowadays we live in a world where we are

extremely busy and from time to time we
need to escape from it. Escape from the
stress, duties and civilizations back to
our roots where it all started.
In to the Wild

The past 3 years we have been working

on re-designing, building and testing
different types of Ark-Shelter. We want
to create a place that gives you comfort
in the heart of the nature and gives you
the perfect setting for a detox of your
mind. From this perspective we created a
new Shelter type: “into the wild cabin”.
With its 5 openings all around we wanted
to create a visual focus of the nature all
around. Each opening brings in another
atmosphere of the nature. The big openable
wall and the big front glazing makes you
feel like you’re sitting outside. The milk
glass window in the bathroom gives you
the all the natural light. We’ve made an
extra module which is set on the roof and
has a big window so you can sleep under
a sky full of stars. This Ark is designed
to merge perfectly with nature.
In to the Wild

Through our intelligent automatisation

the heating, cooling and shadings can
be pre-programmed. The double-bed lifts
automatically and beneath the bed there
is a hidden jacuzzi, this creates a new
relaxing area. The Shelter can work
completely off-grid through solar panels,
batteries and rain water collector. The
40m2 has a central black box in the
middle that creates 5 different areas,
every single side is a particular area in
the Shelter. lifts automatically.
 M-odular

foto ©Thomas Debruyne

 M-odular
A B C cabins language by Ark-Shelter
Modularity is where the fun begins. This building process allows you to play around with volumes and
cabin C cabin A
create buildings that can grow or shrink based on the evolving needs of your family. We created some
base modules that can be combined endlessly, creating the ideal space you are dreaming of.
cabin A cabin A

module C
42 m²
A C cabin house 98 m² A A cabin house 98 m²

module B
42 m²

open space living room with kitchen

home office
service background
Bedroom
Bathroom, toilet and laundry area
module A
42 m²
 cabin C cabin A

cabin B cabin B

cabin A cabin A

A B C cabin house 147 m² A B A cabin house 147 m²

A alternative B alternative

cabin A
cabin A

cabin A
cabin A

A B C cabin house 147 m² A B C cabin house 120 m²

B alternative alternative
 M-odular
A B C Modular Houses
A A / 84 m² / Comfort

cabin A

cabin A

open space livingroom with kitchen 48 m² laundry room 1,8 m²

bedroom 2x 12 m² dressing room 3,7 m²
bathroom 4,5 m² coridors 5 m²
toilet 1,9 m² together 90,7 m²
cellar 1,8 m² + terrace 20 m²
 M-odular
A B C Modular Houses
C A / 98 m² / Effective

3,5 m. module

3,5 m. module
cabin C cabin C

cabin A cabin A

open space livingroom with kitchen 30,5 m²

2 children rooms 2 x 8,5 m² laundry room 6,3 m²
bedroom with dressing room 17 m² home office 7,6 m²
bathroom 4,5 m² coridors 5,4 m²
toilet 1,9 m² together 91 m²
cellar 0,8 m² + terrace 20 m²
 M-odular
A B C Modular Houses
A * A / 120 m² / U_Shape

cabin A cabin A

cabin B/ segments

cabin B/ segments

3,5 m. module
cabin A cabin A

3,5 m. module

open space livingroom with kitchen 43,5 m²

2 children rooms 2 x 12 m² laundry room 1,5 m²
bedroom 12 m² home office 12 m²
bathroom 5 m² coridors 6 m²
toilet 2 x 1,8 m² together 109 m²
cellar 1,5 m² + terrace 24 m²
 60m2 house designs Recently built Projects
1 m. module 1 m. module

1 m. module
1 m. module

dining table 1800x800mm

AIRCO

AIRCO
AIRCO
AIRCO

6800
10130
69 m2

A version 60m² B version 60m² 0 0,5 1,5 3 5

open space living room with kitchen 1x open space living room with kitchen 1x
bedrooms 3x bedrooms 3x 10130 10895
10130

bathrooms 2x bathrooms 1x

AIRCO
AIRCO
separated toilet 1x separated toilet 1x

AIRCO

2950
AIRCO

3980
3515
AIRCO

De Baed
closed entrance coridor 1x closed entrance coridor 1x
De
Baed

AIRCO
AIRCO

2950
± 0,000 + 0,400

AIRCO
1 m. module 1 m. module

3450
AIRCO
AIRCO

3980
1 m. module

1 m. module

10130

9645

60 m2 70 m2

9505 40 m2 + 38 m2
0 0,5 1,5 3 5 0 0,5 1,5 3 5

0 0,5 1,5 3 5

10130

dining table 1800x800mm

10270

NET
AIRCO
AIRCO

AIRCO
3980

3450
C version 60m² D version 60m² AIRCO

open space living room with kitchen 1x open space living room with kitchen 1x

AIRCO

AIRCO

AIRCO
AIRCO

3450
3950

AIRCO
3980
bedrooms 3x bedrooms 2x
bathrooms 2x bathrooms 2x 10270

70 m2

78 m2 50 m2

separated toilet 1x separated toilet 1x

12630
9505
0 0,5 1,5 3 5

0 0,5 1,5 3 5 0 0,5 1,5 3 5

closed entrance coridor 1x closed entrance coridor 1x

 Custom examples

Atelier foto ©Peter Fabo

 Custom examples

Vineyard Cabin foto ©Zeldeo

 The way we work
We find out your needs, design multiple variations
with 3D renders and we present you the project
with the full budget.

02

We go in a design phase — We start drawing,

01 03
in close dialogue with you. We take
04
your ideas and turn these into a plan
Let’s get to know each other — We are with renders and detailed drawings. Let’s build and place Once we start
interested to hear about your project and Once satisfactory we will calculate the manufacturing your vision, our dialogue Change your projects — Whenever you feel
ideas! Explain us what you imagine and detailed building budget. Due to our will rapidly accelerate. You can see the necessity of change or any evolution;
we will show how we can use our modular controlled and streamlined production your dream growing. Once it’s ready we contact us and we will show you several
building system, to help you realize your process the budget is in tighter control deliver it and install it at your desired options on how your building can easily
vision. than through regular building. location. transform.
 Composition of cabin structures
Roof & Floor Wall
Basic Plus Basic
hydroinsulation TPO foil / flagon/ hydroinsulation TPO foil / flagon/ thermowood or impregnated spruce facade / 25 mm / - slats 60 x 25 mm
OSB board / 18 mm / hydroponic OSB OSB board / 18 mm / hydroponic OSB cross netting / impregnated spruce 25 mm / - battens 60 x 25 mm

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levelling framing + thermal insulation, mineral rockwool levelling framing + thermal insulation, mineral rockwool vertical netting / impregnated spruce 15 mm / - battens 60 x 15 mm
boards in the slope 20-100 mm boards in the slope 20-100 mm black facade foil / DÖRKEN - DELTA®-FASSADE PLUS, diffuse / or Rothoblaas
construction timber / height 160 mm / + thermal insulation, construction timber / height 160 mm / + thermal insulation, construction timber / 120 x 60 mm / + thermal insulation, mineral rockwool
mineral rockwool boards / rockmin plus 160 mm / mineral rockwool boards / rockmin plus 160 mm / boards / rockmin, 120 mm /
double tape Rothoblaas Double Band double tape Rothoblaas Double Band OSB / 12 mm / glued and taped to make a moisture membrane
reflective foil delta Rothoblaas BARRIER ALU NET SD150 or DÖRKEN reflective foil delta Rothoblaas BARRIER ALU NET SD150 or DÖRKEN timber framing / 25 mm / - battens 60 x 25 mm
sealing tape Rothoblaas Nail plaster Gemini sealing tape Rothoblaas Nail plaster Gemini bioplate - wooden cladding / 18 mm /
timber framing / 25 mm / for instalation wiring timber framing / 25 mm / for instalation wiring
bioplate - wooden cladding / 18 mm / bioplate - wooden cladding / 18 mm /
Standard
thermowood or impregnated spruce facade / 25 mm / - slats 60 x 25 mm
cross netting / impregnated spruce 25 mm / - battens 60 x 25 mm

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vertical netting / impregnated spruce 15 mm / - battens 60 x 15 mm
black facade foil / DÖRKEN - DELTA®-FASSADE PLUS, diffuse / or Rothoblaas
construction timber / 160 x 60 mm / + thermal insulation, mineral rockwool
boards / rockmin, 160 mm /
clear inside height: outside height:
OSB / 12 mm / glued and taped to make a moisture membrane
2900

standard standard
2400 - max 2650 3000 - max 3300 timber framing / 25 mm / - battens 60 x 25 mm
bioplate - wooden cladding / 18 mm /

Plus
243

287

thermowood or impregnated spruce facade / 25 mm / - slats 60 x 25 mm

100

gap cross netting / impregnated spruce 25 mm / - battens 60 x 25 mm

100

gap
vertical netting / impregnated spruce 15 mm / - battens 60 x 15 mm

321
ground
ground black facade foil / DÖRKEN - DELTA®-FASSADE PLUS, diffuse / or Rothoblaas
extra thermal insulation, mineral rockwool boards / 40 mm / in horizontal direction
OAK floor / 14 mm / or VINYL floor / 6,5 mm / construction timber / 160 x 60 mm / + thermal insulation, mineral rockwool
OSB board / 22 mm / boards / rockmin, 160 mm /
OAK floor / 14 mm / or VINYL floor / 6,5 mm / construction timber / height 200 mm / + thermal insulation, OSB / 12 mm / glued and taped to make a moisture membrane
OSB board / 22 mm / mineral rockwool boards / 200 mm / timber framing / 25 mm / - battens 60 x 25 mm
construction timber / height 200 mm / + thermal insulation, extra thermal insulation, mineral rockwool boards / 40 mm / bioplate - wooden cladding / 18 mm /
mineral rockwool boards / 200 mm / watherproof plywood board / 9 mm /
watherproof plywood board / 9 mm / * fireproof regulations are individual case by each country
 FAQ
What can you expect? Where are the Arks built? Is there any work to be done on site? What procedures should be followed?
If you are interested in an Ark-Shelter; we will gladly send you
Ark-Shelter's obligations are to make our products available Arks are built in Slovakia and then transported to their An Ark is fully assembled with all components. The only
an overview of the possibilities. Afterwards, we take care of
to the user for the duration of the agreement; or to deliver upon destination. things that will be installed on site are a possible terrace
a quick delivery and placement of the unit as well as
sale. It is transported and installed by Ark-Shelter, and also and/or fireplace.
coordination of the necessary connections. Furthermore,
removed again if necessary. This kind of residential solution How much is the transportation cost? we also take care of the necessary permits, as the conditions
has no lasting impact for the place where it is located.
The transportation cost depends on the size, but especially How will the Ark be connected to water vary from one municipality to another. If the unit needs to be
Ark-Shelter can provide further adaptation of access to the
unit, e.g. by means of a ramp. The provision of necessary piping the width of the Ark. and electricity? moved, Ark-Shelter will pick it up, including the foundation
screws, without any permanent or visible damage. *Warranty
and connections is done by a subcontractor on Ark-Shelter's A simple electricity cable can be connected to the Ark.
is void if a party not appointed by Ark-Shelter moves the unit.
instructions and is carried out in consultation with the owner. How is an Ark built? Water supply and drainage is done by connecting to the
existing sewage system; if there is no sewage system,
The structure of the Ark is a modular wooden frame
How long do I have to wait? construction. This means that single units are possible, as well a septic tank can be used. What service do we offer?
as larger structures by several units linked together or stacked Ark-Shelter's residential solutions have a very long service life.
Depending on production pressure, we can deliver and install
the unit within 3 months. Installation usually takes no longer
on top of each other. What type of heating is used? We have a team ready at all times to carry out any repairs and
with a non-binding annual inspection of all essential points,
than 6 hours per unit. While the permit is being applied for, Heating is provided by default via infrared panels because
we guarantee smooth operation of the unit and its accessories.
production is started. The foundation screws are placed Is the construction process sustainable? of their low consumption and high efficiency. For custom
just before arrival of the unit. applications, a fireplace can also be provided. For large
We work with Slovak indigenous wood species; an important
local resource. Our suppliers must all have the FSC label, projects, we rely on alternative forms of heating. We prefer Where do you deliver?
to work with air-to-air heat pumps because they can also cool
Where can the unit be placed? which guarantees us an environmentally responsible approach. Arks can be placed anywhere, but at present we supply
in the warmer summer months and thus always guarantee
In addition, an Ark can be recycled up to 95% when dismantled. and place our modular timber frame units only in Europe.
The unit can be placed anywhere provided that the roads to this an optimal indoor climate.
Furthermore, thanks to excellent insulation and ventilation,
location are accessible for a trailer and that the crane on site
we have very low energy consumption. The combination of
has no obstacles in the turning radius!
these factors, along with a minimal waste production process What are the costs associated with a unit?
and energy-efficient appliances, ensures that our carbon Initially, you have the rental price or the sales price, this is
Which foundation is used? footprint with this way of building and living is very limited. a one-time cost plus the installation cost (crane, foundation,
The unit is placed on unpaved ground on a screw foundation; delivery, utilities, crew etc.).
the number is determined by the size of the unit. Prefabricated How big can an Ark be?
concrete blocks are also an option.
The width is 3m, 3.5m or 4m and the length can be between What is included in the price?
6m and 14m. By linking or stacking several units (up to 5 high) The unit arrives fully assembled on a transport; which ensures
How is the installation done? you can create larger spaces. quick installation. This unit is equipped with all appliances
An Ark arrives on a truck and is then placed in its proper place for heating, refrigerator, combination oven, stove, etc.
by crane. Can an Ark work without utilities? This is something that some other providers do not include.

The initial idea of Ark Shelter was to create a home that could
Can the Shelter be easily removed again? function off the grid. However, for reasons of required comfort,
An Ark stands about 5-10 cm off the ground (insulation reasons) they are usually hooked up. We have experience in installing
and is not attached to the foundation. This means that the unit solar panels, batteries and rainwater recovery tanks.
can be very easily picked up and moved again.
 Interested?
Find your place, point your finger where you want it.
call +32 472 784 510
write [email protected]