A modern stone building with terraces on a hillside, surrounded by greenery.

A modern stone building with multiple levels and terraces on a hillside, surrounded by greenery and trees.

Stone building with modern design, flat roof, pergola, greenery, steps leading up grassy slope, tree in foreground.
Stone wall with green foliage and an entrance with stairs.
Stone facade with wooden door and tree in foreground.
Modern stone building with large windows and a pool, set in a mountainous landscape.
A modern house with stone walls built into a terraced hillside surrounded by greenery and vineyards.
Aerial view of a modern house featuring a green roof, a long swimming pool, and surrounding vineyards and greenery.
Stone building with large windows and outdoor seating, surrounded by greenery and terraced landscaping.
Stone exterior wall with tall window and wooden table with benches in a shaded area.
Outdoor patio with stone walls, wooden table and benches, and a slatted canopy overhead.
Terrace with wooden pergola and stone flooring, overlooking a valley with mountains.
Pathway with wooden pergolas and greenery, mountains in the background.
Infinity pool with a view of a valley and mountains in the background.
Minimalist interior with terrazzo staircase and framed artwork on the wall.
Minimalist interior with wooden staircase, white walls, and polished stone floor.
Modern interior hallway with wooden flooring, abstract orange artworks, and wooden cabinetry.
Minimalist interior with staircase, framed artworks, and wooden bench.
Modern living room with large window, green sofa, brown leather chairs, low table, cushioned bench, and integrated fireplace.
Modern kitchen with wooden island, stools, stone countertop, and large window view.
Modern interior with framed artwork, stone bench, firewood, black lamp, stool, and fireplace tools.
Minimalist bedroom with wooden bed, white bedding, large window, abstract art, and leather bench.
Minimalist bathroom with a white oval bathtub and gold fixtures.
An intricate arrangement of metallic pipes with gauges and valves in an industrial environment.

Story

A modern family home rooted in South Tyrolean tradition Haus Tirol, designed by John Pawson, is a striking example of contemporary architecture that respects and integrates with its South Tyrolean context. The design eschews direct imitation of traditional forms like gables and pitched roofs, instead opting for a modern interpretation that draws inspiration from the local landscape and materials. The architecture is characterized by simple horizontal volumes that mirror the lines of the surrounding vineyards, creating a seamless dialogue between the building and its environment. The use of local materials enhances its sustainability, a factor recognized by the CasaClima Jury Award in 2019. The design team, including Stefan Dold, Viviana Fagnani, Stephen Baty, Daniel Balo, and Tom Whittaker, under the project architect Maurizio Berni for Markus Scherer Architekt, has crafted a home that feels both timeless and of its place.

Design Highlights

Horizontal volumes echoing vineyard lines Integration of local materials for contextual harmony Modern interpretation of traditional South Tyrolean forms Award-winning sustainable design recognized by CasaClima

Key Facts

Feature Description
Location South Tirol, Italy
Architect John Pawson
Year 2019
Award CasaClima Jury Award

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • flooring: Wooden flooring in interior spaces.
  • flooring: Polished stone flooring.

Materials

  • stone — Exterior walls and facades.
  • wood — Interior elements such as staircases and cabinetry.
  • glass — Large windows in exterior facades.

Construction / Systems

  • facade system: Stone-clad exterior with large glass windows.

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: natural stone tones, wooden textures
  • Lighting: Natural lighting through large windows.

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