Curated Architecture and Design from the Alpine Region

The Alpamyr House

The Alpamyr House

Location: Amden, St.Gallen , Switzerland

Year: 2025

Architecture: Sandro Durrer

Photography: Samuel Holzner

A Conscious Presence in the Landscape

Alpamyr House marks the transition to Amden’s vast raised bog. Reduced and minimalist in Swiss fashion, its low height and thoughtful integration into the terrain ensure a quiet, unobtrusive presence, despite its size. Two independent living units enable luxurious living across generations, with strategic openings that frame the landscape and create a dialogue between interior and exterior.

A modern black wooden building in a snowy landscape, with mountains in the background and trees surrounding the area.
© Samuel Holzner
Close-up of a modern wooden building with vertical slats, set against a snowy landscape.
© Samuel Holzner

Durable Design, Interior Warmth

The facade, clad in rough-sawn, dark-stained spruce, unites three distinct volumes. Window bands and glazing are subtly recessed, while the south side opens to a continuous veranda, offering shade, privacy, and an extended living space. Inside, wood panelling adds much-needed warmth, complementing the understated elegance of the design.

A modern wooden bedroom featuring a low bed with cushions and a blanket, surrounded by wood paneling and large windows offering a view of an outdoor landscape.
© Samuel Holzner
A modern interior view showcasing a kitchen area with a black cabinetry unit, featuring slatted wooden dividers and a textured countertop.
© Samuel Holzner
Interior view of a modern room with wooden flooring, featuring large glass sliding doors and a slanted wooden ceiling, overlooking a patio and wooded landscape.
© Samuel Holzner
Interior view of a modern architecture with dark wooden walls and large glass openings, showcasing a minimalist design and snowy landscape outside.
© Samuel Holzner
A minimalist shower space featuring grey textured walls, a ceiling-mounted showerhead, and a black hose with controls on the wall. There is a built-in bench made of matching grey material.
© Samuel Holzner
Close-up of a modern wooden building with a dark exterior, showcasing angled beams and large windows reflecting light.
© Samuel Holzner
Architectural drawing of a section view of two buildings, featuring a large house with a sloped roof and a smaller house, accompanied by a tree in the foreground.
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Architectural floor plan of a house featuring a living room, dining area, kitchen, and outdoor terrace.
© SDDR

Built for Longevity and Efficiency

Alpamyr House prioritizes conscious durability. Wooden panelling, lime plaster, natural stone, and ecological paints define its interiors and exteriors. Energy efficiency aligns with Minergie standards, supported by a heat pump and a high-performance photovoltaic system, ensuring sustainability without compromise.

Modern kitchen interior featuring a sleek countertop, minimalist cabinetry, a coffee machine, and a floral arrangement.
© Samuel Holzner
Looking up at a modern skylight from a minimalist interior, with soft light illuminating grey walls.
© Samuel Holzner

Intergenerational Living, Thoughtfully Designed

The home is designed to foster community and closeness, while respecting individual needs. It embodies a commitment to shared, luxurious living, offering spaces for connection and retreat, all within a design that values both the landscape and the architecture.

Project Gallery

Interior view of a minimalist space featuring wooden walls and flooring, with clean lines and a contemporary design.
Interior of a modern wooden structure featuring large glass windows, exposed wooden beams, and a minimalist design, overlooking a snowy landscape.
Interior view of a modern building featuring dark wooden walls and large glass panels, with visible flooring and snow outside.
Modern kitchen featuring a minimalist design with a large concrete island, wooden stools, and clean lines.
A modern kitchen interior featuring a large minimalist island with a stone-like surface, a wooden stool beside it, and a tray of pastries. The cabinetry is sleek and grey, accompanied by a coffee machine on the counter and a bouquet of flowers in a vase.
A minimalist hallway with smooth textured walls, featuring a dark wooden door at the end, illuminated by soft overhead lighting.
A modern hallway featuring minimalist design elements, with dark walls, subtle lighting, and a smooth, light-coloured floor.
A modern shower space featuring grey stone walls, a ceiling mounted black showerhead, and a sleek handheld shower attachment on a wall with circular controls. The floor includes a step and is also made of grey stone, creating a cohesive look.
Close-up of a modern architectural structure featuring wooden beams, large windows, and glass railings, with contrasting shadows and light.
A modern bathroom interior featuring a sleek window with a view of a snowy scene, grey cabinetry, a minimalist sink, and soft beige curtains.
Interior view of a modern room with wooden flooring and ceiling, showcasing large glass sliding doors that open to a terrace with a forest view.
A modern black wooden building surrounded by snow, with a mountainous backdrop and evergreen trees.
Close-up view of a modern wooden building with vertical slats, situated in a snowy landscape.
A modern wooden house with black slatted exterior situated in a snowy landscape, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
A modern black wooden house with sloped roofs covered in snow, surrounded by tall evergreen trees and a snowy landscape.
Exterior view of modern black wooden houses with snow-covered roofs, surrounded by a snowy landscape and evergreen trees.
Modern bathroom design featuring a minimalist white washbasin and dark wooden panels, illuminated by recessed ceiling lights.
A modern interior space featuring minimalist design with grey cabinets and a stone bench. Soft lighting highlights the textures and shapes.
A modern entrance hallway featuring minimalistic design, with grey walls, a built-in bench, and sleek lighting fixtures. The space includes a large glass door leading outside.
Modern kitchen featuring a minimalist design with a large stone island, wooden floor, and two stools, complemented by silver cabinetry and a floral centerpiece.
Modern bathroom interior featuring a minimalist design with wooden walls, a stone sink, and sleek black fixtures.
© Samuel Holzner
Architectural drawing showing a side elevation of two houses with distinct roof shapes and a nearby tree.
© SDDR
Line drawing of three house silhouettes, showcasing various roof designs and structures.
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Architectural floor plan of a modern home layout, featuring rooms such as a living room, kitchen, dining area, and terrace.
© SDDR
Architectural floor plan showing the layout of rooms and outdoor spaces in a house design.
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Architectural floor plan depicting the layout of a modern house, including living areas, kitchen, and dining space.
© SDDR
Architectural floor plan of a modern house, featuring layout details such as rooms, furniture placement, and outdoor patio area.
© SDDR
Black and white map showing a layout of houses and fields, with linear roads and various shapes representing buildings.
© SDDR
View looking up at a skylight surrounded by concrete walls, with a clear blue sky visible through the opening.
© Samuel Holzner
A minimalist bedroom featuring wooden walls and ceiling, with a bed adorned with cushions and a blanket. Large windows allow natural light to illuminate the space, providing a view of the outdoors.
© Samuel Holzner
A modern bedroom featuring a wooden interior with a black slatted partition, a grey bedspread, and a glass door leading to a well-lit hallway.
© Samuel Holzner
Interior view of a modern kitchen featuring dark cabinetry, a textured counter, and slatted partitions, with natural light streaming through large windows.
© Samuel Holzner
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