In Switzerland, a former 1700s farm turned into a minimalist building | Architectural Digest of Italy

A’former farm from the 1700sin the heart of a swiss city Muttenznot far Basel, was the subject of restoration and renovation, which gave life to a new residential and operating complex called “Residence Kirchplatz“. The original farmhouse, built in 1743, now becomes a private house, European Research Office international architectural firm Oppenheim Architecture (head of work) e meeting point open to the local community.

For the living core, more pleasing materials and tones were chosen to harmonize with the primary bright white color that harmonizes with the natural light that pervades each room. The table, selected from the Minimal Showroom collection in Basel, is made from wood salvaged from an old Asian boat and matches the Horgenglarus chairs; The Flos Skygarden chandelier, designed by Marcel Wanders, graced the stage.

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The fireplace draws the attention of the living area due to the fact that it is set in a tuff wall, which interrupts the wood protagonism of the entire residence. Sofa: Softwall by Living Divani.

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Get well without getting upset

Attention is drawn tologistics organization interior of a new building. The coexistence and at the same time the independence of the three “families” (professional and private) living in the building is made possible by the large space typical of traditional country farmhouses. layouts was rethoughtbut not distorted. The details that characterize the massive original building also provided inspiration for the reorganization of the spaces. Starting with the old wooden beams on the ceiling, which have been completely preserved, restored and now whitewashed, to the dialogue with the new mood

minimalist residences.