In the north of Zurich, Switzerland, an old farmer house in the middle of a picturesque village was transformed into a architectural highlight. In the historic walls of the so called property ‘zum Sonnenberg’, which was originally built in 1857.
Project name
Dorfstrasse 62, Glattfelden
Architecture firm
Doufas Immobilien AG
Location
Glattfelden, Zürich, Switzerland
Tools used
software used for drawing, modeling, rendering, postproduction
Typology
Residential › House, Renovation of an old farmer house
With a deep connection to its surroundings and a commitment to authentic hospitality, this Swiss boutique hotel offers exclusive lodges, fine dining, and an exceptional spa experience.
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The Aficionados
Photography
Montamont and Courtesy of Hotel Maistra 160
More than just a 18-bedroom and 4-suites hotel, this alpine stay is an all-inclusive relaxing den ready to please whoever decides to set foot on it.
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The Aficionados
Photography
Michael Sinclair
The new triplex project by KOHLERSTRAUMANN, situated in a traditional neighborhood, showcases a modern approach to residential design. The structure is entirely built of concrete, emphasizing durability and a minimalist aesthetic.
Architecture firm
KOHLERSTRAUMANN
Location
Oberwil, Switzerland
Photography
Maris Mezulis
Principal architect
Aaron Kohler, Marc Straumann
Design team
KOHLERSTRUAMANN
Interior design
KOHLERSTRUAMANN
Typology
Residential › Triplex House
Discover serenity amidst nature's beauty with our latest architectural marvel—a layered tower, seamlessly blending wood and stone, elegantly rising from the middle of a tranquil blue lake in Switzerland. Each terrace offers a breathtaking view, suspended gracefully over the water, inviting you to immerse yourself in the surrounding tranquility. Th...
Project name
Wooden Tower
Architecture firm
Green Clay Architecture
Visualization
Khatereh Bakhtyari
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Khatereh Bakhtyari
Design team
Green Clay Architecture
Interior design
Green Clay Architecture
Typology
Mixed-Use Development
The Serenity House, an architectural marvel, stands as a testament to the seamless blend of nature and modernism. Inspired by the timeless principles of Le Corbusier and executed with a minimalist ethos, this concrete house hovers elegantly over a tranquil body of water, creating a harmonious dialogue between the built environment and the natural l...
Project name
The Serenity House
Architecture firm
Fatemeh Abedi
Location
Lake Lucerne, Switzerland
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Fatemeh Abedi
Visualization
Fatemeh Abedi
Typology
Residential › House
Oppenheim Architecture: Integrating an industrial plant with a protected forest led to a poetic synergy between the industrial and natural.
Project name
Water Purification Plant
Architecture firm
Oppenheim Architecture Europe
Location
Muttenz, Basel-Lanschaft, Switzerland
Principal architect
Chad Oppenheim, Beat Huesler
Design team
Chad Oppenheim, Beat Huesler, Frederic Borruat, Alexsandra Melion
Collaborators
Tom McKeogh, Frederic Borruat, Alexsandra Melion. General Planer and Project Leader: CSD AG, Liestal, Switzerland. Water Technology Engineering: ENVIReau, aQaengineering. General Contractor Building: ERNE Bau AG. General Contractor Water Technology: WABAG, Wassertechnik AG
Interior design
Oppenheim Architecture Europe
Structural engineer
Holinger AG, Liestal
Environmental & MEP
CSD AG, Liestal, Switzerland
Landscape
Oppenheim Architecture with City Planning Muttenz
Lighting
Oppenheim Architecture
Visualization
Oppenheim Architecture Europe
Construction
Shotcrete Consultant Greuter AG, Zürich, Switzerland
Material
Reinforced concrete structure for the water tanks and main structure, with Pigmented Shotcrete shot on place
Client
City of Muttenz (Einwohnergemeinde Muttenz)
Typology
Industrial Architecture
There are few experiences as instantly calming as taking a dip in a swimming pool. The water beckons us to relax, soothing both mind and body as we enter a tranquil mental space where time seems to slow down. Scattered across Europe, properties within THE AFICIONADOS collection boast a diverse array of pools, each reflecting the distinct character...
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The Aficionados
Photography
Courtesy of The Aficionados
