Holiday Chalet by Claude Petarlin
Holiday Chalet is a lovely rustic retreat situated on the Monte Grappa massif in Italy, designed in 2017 by Claude Petarlin.
About Holiday Chalet
Elevating Twin Chalets on Monte Grappa
Architects embarked on an ambitious project, transforming two twin homes perched on the Monte Grappa massif, 1,300 meters (4,265 feet) above sea level. The mission? To revamp the duo of family chalets, erected in the early ’80s, into perfect retreats for summer and winter vacations.
A Fresh Interior Blueprint
Starting with a fresh, functional room layout, the redesign breathed new life into the interior spaces. Wood, in its natural and cozy glory, took center stage, forming a new expressive layer on floors, walls, and ceilings. Additionally, strategically placed new openings in the walls and sloped ceilings fine-tuned the rooms’ internal lighting, creating focused and enveloping atmospheres.
Creating Convivial Living Spaces
A uniquely designed fireplace with an open angle now links the living areas, dining space, and a completely black kitchen, fostering a convivial setting. This blend of traditional materials with modern elements, like black fenix surfaces and inclined wooden seats, crafts a contemporary, yet cozy and functional chalet ambiance.
Harmonizing with the Landscape
Externally, the landscape’s constraints necessitated retaining most local construction characteristics, focusing restoration efforts only on elements that had deteriorated or were in decay. This approach ensured the chalets remained harmonious with their picturesque surroundings, preserving the essence of their location while introducing modern comforts and functionality.
Photography courtesy of Claude Petarlin
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- by Matt Watts
