Light Touch on the Land

Constructed from prefabricated timber elements and supported by steel screw foundations, the house hovers above the meadow, preserving water permeability and allowing flora and fauna to remain undisturbed beneath and around the building. The project eliminates concrete entirely, lowering emissions by roughly 30% compared to conventionally founded timber houses. At the end of its lifespan, the structure can be removed without leaving permanent marks on the landscape.

A Home Shaped by the Slope

This house occupies a steep plot, forming two offset volumes connected by a gentle ramp that ensures full wheelchair accessibility. The lower, compact zone contains the open living area, entrance, and terrace, while the elongated upper volume hosts bathrooms, sleeping spaces, and the technical core. Designed for long-term adaptability, the upper zone includes no structurally relevant partitions, enabling flexible future layouts. A third multifunctional structure completes the ensemble and enriches the sequence of views across hills, orchards, the valley cable car, and the surrounding woodland.

Rooted in Local Context

Despite its unconventional composition, the building is deeply tied to its surroundings, following the site’s topography and drawing from the scale of nearby agricultural and residential structures. Material choices reference regional pragmatism, with spruce cladding, clay interior panels, and clay plaster sourced largely from the immediate area. Local craftspeople carried out the construction using familiar techniques, reinforcing the project’s connection to place.

A Different Take on the Single-Family House

The House on the Green Meadow frames the single-family home as a holistic exploration of ecological responsibility and craftsmanship. By minimising land impact, reducing emissions, and reconsidering established building culture, it offers a renewed perspective on living at the edge of open landscapes and challenges the conventions of typical Swiss housing.

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