Eu-topian

“…decorative doors, windows and moldings were preserved to keep the character authentic. Sleek surfaces in powder red, orange and turquoise complement the old elements and eclectic tile mosaic in the living room and the kitchen. Splashes of earthly tones balance the decor together with minimalist yet bespoke furnishings – from custom-made door handles to cabinets…”

Atelier A111 situates a contemporary residential composition in Prague

From the street, both the old and the new construction are visually unified by the exterior finish. The two sections share the color of the stucco plaster and common beaver tail ceramic tiles along the roof. while the age of the individual elements is revealed through their traditional detailing, the original historic architectural language offers a subtle contrast with the white-washed contemporary minimalist forms which make up the clean, composed geometries.

Ortalli Verrier - Guest house, Bellagio 2018. Photos © Federico Villa.

Maskin - Heitera school, Fribourg 2013. Photos © François Vermot & Joël Tettamanti.

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