‘plak’ by propeller z, vienna, austria image © hertha hurnaus all images courtesy propeller z
recently completed by austrian studio propeller z, ‘plak’ is a single family residence in the western outskirts of vienna, austria. the narrow and steep site was conducive to a linear footprint, allowing five levels to be stacked vertically, placing the main living spaces at a higher elevation. unobstructed views of the encompassing city are offered over the existing neighboring structures due to the higher vantage point. another advantage to the configuration is the minimal disturbance to the land below maintains garden spaces.
side elevation
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a zigzagged building profile reveals terraces which are cantilevered or carved from the interior areas. upon entering the ground level entry, a wood clad floating stair within a white room welcomes guests. the element leads to the first floor office and bedroom which are divided with a white mod bookshelf and have access to a private balcony. the third floor contains a kitchen and living room, separated by a two-way fireplace and steps. a sliding glass boundary opens to an expansive open-air terrace.
ground level entrance image © hertha hurnaus
entry
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stair reflects in mirrored wall
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(left) floating stair mass (right) warm wood reflects within the white entry foyer
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stair from ground floor to first level
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office + bedroom on first floor
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office lined with a bookcase
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bookshelf divides spaces
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terrace
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kitchen
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view towards great room
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view from great room towards kitchen
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great room separated form kitchen with two-way fireplace and stairs
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view from great room
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integrated storage
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main terrace
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vista from the terrace
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sliding glass doors lead to terrace
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view of great room from the terrace
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stairs leading from kitchen to upper level bathroom
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open riser stair
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(left) entry to fourth floor bathroom
(right) sink + shower image © hertha hurnaus
bathroom
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floor plan / level 0
floor plan / level 1
floor plan / level 2
floor plan / level 3
floor plan / level 4
exploded axonometric
project info:
site: 1054m2 covered: 155m2 net floor space: 372m2+43m2 garage NFS level 1: 65+43m2 NFS level 2: 56m2 NFS level 3: 90m2 NFS level 4: 111m2 NFS level 5: 43m2 cubature: 2120m3 start of project: 2006 start of construction: 11 2009 completion: 05 2011 architecture: propeller z, wien engineering: werkraum, wien
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