peter pichler architecture designs cantilevered villa in italy

peter pichler architecture designs cantilevered villa in italy
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milan-based studio peter pichler architecture has developed a contemporary and imposing cantilevered structure located in eppan, italy. the dwelling grows from a slope as a landscape sculpture and it contains two units shifted in length, guaranteeing privacy. oriented to the southeast for maximum sunlight, each block overlooks the mountainous surroundings and the pool area within the property.

the structure contains two units shifted in length, guaranteeing maximum privacy 

both houses have an open floor plan on the ground level containing a large kitchen and living areas. sliding glass doors flood the space with light and can be fully opened to the adjacent terrace. the villas have a voluminous skylight in the living room that can be flipped down to become a structural element, adding more illuminating features. as for the sleeping area located underneath, each bedroom faces the green courtyard, offering privacy and a direct connection to the garden. the possibility for each house to have a gym and a spa area is available.

each block overlooks to the mountainous surroundings and to the pool area within the property

access to the property is from a quiet street on the east side of the complex while the entrance to the underground garage is on the west side. the main entrances of the units at the ground level are at the north and south via a slightly elevated platform that grows out of the sculptural shape of the volumes. 

the open floor plan on the ground floor contains a large kitchen and the living areas, as well as sliding glass doors

ground floor plan

floor -1 plan

site plan 

south-east elevation

south elevation

south-west elevation 

north-east elevation 

sections

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