Lakefront Villa
Three generations have found a new anchorage on the shore of the lake – with a house that expresses their passion for sailing and the dreamlike location directly on the water with openness and serenity.
The idea for the striking sloping roof, which slopes towards the land side, arose from the strict building regulations. Looking back, one can only say: what luck! It gives the south-west view its striking identity and the house its character.
Beyond that, the design is also consistently oriented towards the lake: open to the outside, serene on the inside. The entrance is hidden from view behind a powder-coated aluminium gate and deliberately understated in order to preserve the privacy of the owners despite the special location.
The bedroom, bathroom and entire living area open up to the lake with floor-to-ceiling filigree glazing, making the unobstructed view and changing light moods the daily focus of family life.
The hillside floor is staggered downwards to allow daylight and the magnificent lake view to enter the lower floor. This provides enough space for all generations: the adult children have their own retreats here, the mother-in-law has her granny flat, and there is also plenty of space for sports.
The consistent orientation, the great openness to the lake, but also the materiality anchor the house in its surroundings. On the outside, a grey brush-stroke plaster blends unobtrusively into the greenery and, together with the aluminium slats, creates a lively play of light and shadow.
Inside, clean lines and sightlines, warm grey tones, brushed shell limestone and oiled oak wood reminiscent of a ship's deck. This creates a pleasant balance between warmth and clarity, tranquillity and strength.
Outside, small terraces and balconies serve as an extension of the interior, allowing indoors and outdoors to flow seamlessly into one another. And the family can find a cosy favourite spot for a glass of wine or a good book at any time of the day or year.
A house that is both a place of longing and a home port. Built to set sail again and again. And to always be happy to come back.
