The Brecon reimagines the Alpine hotel in Adelboden, Switzerland, under the eye of Amsterdam-based studio Nicemakers. This adult-only retreat translates the easy generosity of a friend’s chalet into a crafted hospitality experience, fusing contemporary comfort with echoes of its 1950s–60s Waldhaus past. Timber, stone, leather, and wool anchor a calm palette, while intimate rooms, a sensory spa, and a sociable dining room keep guests held within the mountain village rhythm.
Winkelhaus sets a curved concrete silhouette against the forested edge of Winkel, Switzerland, aligning every room with valley views. Estúdio KMMK shapes this single-family house as a quiet study in structure, material, and landscape, drawing on local stone and bronze details. The project balances a raw exterior expression with a restrained interior world, where white surfaces and pale timber keep attention on changing light throughout the year.
122_BIC stands at the end of a quiet Swiss lane, where houses and dense greenery frame a modest suburban plot. LACROIX | CHESSEX use the compact site to organize a multigenerational house, pairing a family home with an adjoining residence for the grandmother. Raw concrete, generous glazing, and a clear internal sequence work together to stretch a tight budget while opening daily life toward the garden and pool beyond the walls.
House Sonneggstrasse steps out over the green valley in Seewen, Switzerland, where Beck Oser Architects arrange two pitched-roof volumes along a steep hillside. The concrete house unfolds around a broad terrace with pool, drawing daily life toward the view while quieter rooms settle into the slope below. Simple materials, calm furnishings, and crisp openings keep the focus on light and landscape.
House in Pazzallo stands in Lugano, Switzerland, with a measured presence that suits its residential setting. Designed by Acerbi – Zaccara, the house reads as careful planning translated into everyday comfort, with circulation and rooms laid out to serve daily rhythms rather than dictate them. The result places use at the center, with calm transitions and clear routes guiding movement from morning to night.
Dans le Noir is a house located in Lugano, Switzerland, designed by ITCH in 2020. The renovation focuses on expanding outdoor spaces and redesigning interiors. The project emphasizes the connection between the large terrace and interior spaces, creating a usable exterior from spring to autumn.
Tucked away in the charming village of Neuchâtel, Switzerland, the A31 endeavor by Metri Architectes reimagines contemporary living. Crafted in 2023, this villa refresh rejuvenates a traditional structure. The undertaking flawlessly intertwines comfort with modern design, highlighting careful attention to detail across every inch.
In 2024, Sara Gelibter Architecte reimagined Felsenburg, a historic house in Biel-Bienne, Switzerland, originally constructed around 1860. An urgent roof renovation served as the catalyst, leading to a design featuring corrugated fiber cement panels and exposed wooden structures.
The project prioritizes economic and ecological considerations, showcasing a collaborative effort between architects and owners, resulting in a space that honors its historical heritage while embracing contemporary design elements.
