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This modern wooden house represents an excellent example of minimalist Alpine architecture. The facade is clad with horizontal wooden slats, creating a rhythmic, linear pattern across the entire surface of the structure. The metal roof with its distinct slope complements the archetypal barn-house form, referencing traditional Alpine architecture but reinterpreted in a contemporary manner.
Special attention in the facade design is given to simplicity and clean lines. The windows are executed as simple geometric cutouts in the wooden shell, with minimal frames, creating an interesting contrast between the textured surface of the facade and the smooth glass planes. The entrance area and adjacent section are finished using vertical wooden panels, subtly breaking the monotony of the horizontal cladding of the main facade.
The concrete plinth creates a sensation that the wooden structure is floating above the ground, adding lightness to the massive form. The house is organically integrated into the landscape, surrounded by untouched nature and has majestic mountains as a backdrop, emphasizing the connection between contemporary architecture and the environment.
When designing your own facade, several techniques can be adopted: using a single natural material to create a cohesive image; playing with the direction of material texture to highlight functional zones; a minimalist approach to window openings; contrast between facade texture and window smoothness; and integration of modern form with elements of the region's traditional architecture.