Embedded in a hillside landscape

Set on a sloping plot in Egg, Vorarlberg, the House for Julia and Björn follows the contours of the terrain to establish a calm, grounded presence. A narrow floor plan stretches along the site’s natural lines, with the entrance situated on the upper floor. From here, a light-filled stairwell leads down to the living areas, where a seamless interior opens across the ground level. Cooking, dining, and relaxing all occur within a unified space that connects with the surrounding trees and terrain.

Expanding into the outdoors

Two terraces extend the interior into its Alpine setting: one lies under a lime tree to the east, the other beneath a walnut to the west. A built-in bench in the large living room window invites both rest and observation, framing views over the village and distant peaks. At the center, a wood-burning stove divides the room with functional elegance, supplying warmth and hot water throughout the house.

Crafted from local tradition

The material language of the house reflects its place. Solid spruce, sourced locally, defines floors and furnishings, while handmade plaster walls in soft grey tones give the interiors a tactile, muted character. Utility spaces are discreetly arranged along the full length of both floors, concealed behind sculptural walls that add subtle spatial drama to the design.

A facade that breathes

A delicate timber lattice envelops the house like a veil, offering protection from the elements while softening the overall volume. This screen of wooden rails lends rhythm and texture to the building, allowing glimpses of the form behind. With steep eaves and quiet detailing, the structure maintains a rural modesty while confidently expressing its contemporary Alpine identity.

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