House K2 by Monovolume Architecture and Design

ByJon Dykstra Houses

Photo of a home surrounded by some greenery.

Typology: Semi-detached Villa
Location: Oberbozen, South Tyrol, Italy
Indoor Area: 245 m²
Volume: 900 m³
Photo Credits: Giovanni De Sandre
Design Team: Alberto Buso, Diego Preghenella, Sergio Aguado Hernández, Astrid Hasler, Marco Dragoni

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About Studio

Monovolume Architecture + Design is a South Tyrolean architecture and design office in the historic centre of Bolzano. We are form-oriented, defenders of craftsmanship explorers of new horizons. We are skilled professionals, lovers of light, discoverers of new materials. We are creative thinkers and highly qualified planners.

We are an international team that designs and realizes visionary and innovative spaces. Our strength is the collaborative design approach, where people with different approaches and skills work harmoniously and in close cooperation to find new ways to combine individual skills into a comprehensive vision for each project.

With an open mind and in constant dialogue, we accompany our clients through every phase of their projects, from the initial design to the final completion. Together we create experiential spaces that tell stories.

In the middle of breathtaking surroundings, traditional building techniques are mixed with contemporary living comfort.
In the middle of breathtaking surroundings, traditional building techniques are mixed with contemporary living comfort.
The building provides a perfect hideaway in the center of the highlands because it is surrounded by trees and meadows.
The building provides a perfect hideaway in the center of the highlands because it is surrounded by trees and meadows.
The design's fundamental idea is a modern version of conventional South Tyrolean architecture.
The design’s fundamental idea is a modern version of conventional South Tyrolean architecture.
Dormers on purpose frame the magnificent Dolomites and bring the mountains into the residence.
Dormers on purpose frame the magnificent Dolomites and bring the mountains into the residence.
The apartment downstairs is covered by the imposing roof, which gives the space a cozy and secure atmosphere.
The apartment downstairs is covered by an imposing roof, which gives the space a cozy and secure atmosphere.
Modern and elegant design can be found inside.
Modern and elegant designs can be found inside.
Excellent art wallpaper and a modernist-inspired chandelier can be seen in the dining room.
Excellent art wallpaper and a modernist-inspired chandelier can be seen in the dining room.
The dining area and a staircase leading to the second level are shown in this picture.
The dining area and a staircase leading to the second level are shown in this picture.
It has a simple but appealing design in the kitchen area.
It has a simple but appealing design in the kitchen area.
It has a chandelier similar to the one in the dining room, which adds beauty to the space.
It has a chandelier similar to the one in the dining room, which adds beauty to the space.
A multipurpose piece of furniture that incorporates the tiled stufa is located in the middle, separating the living area from the dining room.
A multipurpose piece of furniture that incorporates the tiled stufa is located in the middle, separating the living area from the dining room.
The construction has more authenticity and durability due to the utilization of local resources and craftsmanship.
The construction has more authenticity and durability due to the utilization of local resources and craftsmanship.
Lighting that is specifically placed places emphasis on and creates the right atmosphere for the roof's monumentality.
Lighting that is specifically placed places emphasis on and creates the right atmosphere for the roof’s monumentality.
The interior's light hues and materials add to the intimate atmosphere by creating a stark contrast with the somber and gloomy exterior.
The interior’s light hues and materials add to the intimate atmosphere by creating a stark contrast with the somber and gloomy exterior.
The restroom is modern-looking and equipped with all the basics.
The restroom is modern-looking and equipped with all the basics.

Traditional construction methods combined with modern living comfort in the midst of breathtaking scenery. These aspects characterize House K2 on the Renon high plateau. Surrounded by woods and meadows, the building offers an ideal retreat in the middle of the mountains.

The basic concept of the design is a contemporary interpretation of traditional South Tyrol architecture. The monumental roof covers the apartment below and creates a feeling of coziness and security. Deliberate dormers frame the spectacular Dolomites and bring the mountains inside the living quarters.

The protagonist of the apartment is the self-supporting interior staircase, which swings to the upper floor in a “U-shape” and contrasts with the very subtle access staircase on the outside. At the center, between the living room and the dining room, is a multifunctional piece of furniture incorporating the tiled stufa, reinterpreting the traditional architecture of the old South Tyrolean farmhouses.

The use of local materials and craftsmanship gives the building further authenticity and longevity. Light colors and materials on the inside contrast with the sober and darker materials of the outside areas and enhance the feeling of intimacy. Targeted lighting deliberately emphasizes and sets the scene for the monumentality of the roof.

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