Design Buy Build Issue 34 2018 | Page 144

Festool tools used for new British Design project, The Danish Cabin Working in collaboration with UK Architecture and Design Agency New British Design (NBD), Festool tools have been used to help create the first ever off-grid pub on the coast of Cornwall. The fully operational pub is powered completely from hydro and solar technology. Known for his distinctive craft-based approach to design, Ben Huggins, architect and designer founder of NBD, came up with the highly innovative concept. The Danish Cabin is the latest in a series of off-grid architectural experiments. Working with nature to enhance what was already there, the low-impact structure was created from a pared down material palate of wood, tin and polycarbonate, using only locally sourced building products. The aim of the project was to create a space that allowed people in the UK to escape the business of daily life. It was crucial the tools used were the highest quality and ergonomically designed for ease of use and safety, Festool provided the ideal solution. With a powerful 5200 revolutions per minute and 2.2mm standard saw blade, the tool features a quick-acting brake and guide wedge for integral safety. Moreover, Festool’s new Eccentric Sander ETSC was used and connected to an integral dust extraction system to keep the environment being worked in clear of harmful dust. Both Festool C 18 and T 18 drills were used, with optimum centre of gravity the tools lie perfectly counterbalanced in the hand for user comfort. Both drills also feature brushless EC-TEC motor technology making them light, powerful and durable to guarantee top performance. Also used was Festool’s BHC drill, featuring vibration damping, it absorbs impact energy before it is transferred to the user’s hand. It was also crucial that those involved in the project were safe whilst using the tools. The Festool Plunger Cut Saw TSC 55 was used to achieve delicate precision work. 144 Holly Bonnett at Festool commented: “We’re thrilled to have been a part of this inspiring project in collaboration with New British Design. The Danish Cabin required a high standard of detail and intricacy and the range of Festool tools used were integral in achieving this.” For more information on Festool’s extensive range of products, please visit www.festool.co.uk