The detached house that they built celebrates its setting, with the façades taking in each of the views comprised almost entirely of glass. Its unconventional shape also reflects the untamed mountain wilderness in which it sits, with corners and edges, projections and recesses and an imposing presence created by a combination of implied and actual thickness of the walls and ceilings. The load-bearing internal walls are characterised by vertical wood panelling, while the structure is framed by small, irregular, orthogonal wooden shingles, an eye-catching feature that pays homage to the local Alpine building culture.
This building, nestled in the mountainside, is divided into a basement with a garage and a higher-level garden floor, which is where the life of the occupants unfolds. It offers a central entrance, accessed via an exterior staircase, and the space is divided into a semi-public area and a private area. On one side is the spacious living and dining area, and on the other are quiet bedrooms. Like the land itself, the interior of the property has its own topography with ceilings and walls exhibiting a range of heights, bends and folds, which create an unusual spatial experience.
It was of paramount importance to the client to create a timeless aesthetic characterised by an authentic Alpine style, but without looking like somewhere Heidi would live. This means that there is of course a fireplace, and it goes without saying that the rooms are largely wood panelled, but the property also offers a modern twist: straight lines, smooth surfaces and wooden furniture that is more understated Scandi than rustic. These clean lines are complemented by intelligent building control provided by a Gira KNX system. Switches and socket outlets from the Gira Esprit design line combined with the KNX pushbutton sensor 4 integrate seamlessly into the overall picture of the interior design. A shining example of natural comfort against a timelessly beautiful mountain backdrop.