‘two single-occupancy detached houses’ by L3P architekten in oberweningen, switzerland all images courtesy L3P architekten

 

 

 

regensberg-based practice L3P architekten has completed ‘two single-occupancy detached houses’, a pair of residence in the countryside of oberweningen, switzerland. exploring new methods of volumetric and spatial definition, the design features two polygonal forms that engage with one another through a consistent material palette, a reflecting pond, and multiple visual connections.

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses exterior view

 

 

 

situated on a sloped site, the hexagonal forms were conceived similar to a sculpture’s work. the architects collaborated with the artist thomas sonderegger to create a distinct expression to the facade which experiments with different finishes on galvanised steel. the material wraps around to the roof area, lending a monolithic aesthetic to the houses.

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses view from yard

 

 

 

situated between the two residences is a geometric reflecting pond which facilitates sunlight into the interior space which face onto the adjacent structure. generous stretches of floor-to-ceiling glazing allow the design to provide a level of transparency while maintaining privacy by situating them in proximity to the neighboring form. the geometric language of the exterior is continued to the interior, featuring asymmetric rooms and circulation space. elaborate skylights add to the atmosphere of the residences, providing abundant natural lighting throughout the levels.

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses exterior perspective of eastern house

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses reflecting pond

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses view and detail of facade treatment

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses interior view

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses (left) stairway (right) freestanding unit in living room

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses kitchen

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses rooflight

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses circulation spaces

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses bathroom

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses night view

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses site map

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses floor plan / level -1

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses floor plan / level 0

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses floor plan / level +1

L3P architekten: two single occupancy detached houses section