A house of exposed concrete combining living and working under one roof – this was the client’s key requirement and the basis for the design. The architectural concept emerges from the tension between its integration into the landscape and its sculptural presence: a monolithic exposed concrete cube. This cube serves as the central element, reduced in form and materiality. The clear concrete sculpture deliberately contrasts with the natural surroundings, while the extensive green roof and restrained building height ensure a sensitive integration into the landscape.
DRA
The building’s deliberate introversion is a key design feature. It appears mostly closed from the outside, while opening inward with recessed terraces and a greened atrium. These sheltered outdoor spaces provide privacy, offer framed views of the surrounding greenery, and create nuanced connections between interior spaces and the environment. A large glazing area in the living space serves as the sole generous opening, allowing bright, seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor areas. The cantilevered canopy functions as sun protection and ensures functional comfort for the outdoor space.
Inside, the raw materiality of exposed concrete meets warm, cozy elements—wood, carpet, and aluminum. The clients’ personalized color accents create deliberate contrasts to the rough texture of the concrete, giving the rooms an atmospheric depth.
Sustainability is a core aspect of the design. Secondary components are made from recycled concrete, and glass gravel is used for foundation insulation. Wood is selectively applied where it enhances both atmosphere and function. The ecological concept is further supported by a photovoltaic system, e-charging infrastructure, comprehensive rainwater management, and a rooftop heat pump for heating and cooling. The goal is a largely autonomous, energy-efficient operation—an architecture that combines reduction, precision, and sustainability.
Typology
residential
Status
built
Ort
Burgenland, Austria
image credits Kurt Kuball
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image credits Kurt Kuball
The building’s deliberate introversion is a key design feature. It appears mostly closed from the outside, while opening inward with recessed terraces and a greened atrium. These sheltered outdoor spaces provide privacy, offer framed views of the surrounding greenery, and create nuanced connections between interior spaces and the environment. A large glazing area in the living space serves as the sole generous opening, allowing bright, seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor areas. The cantilevered canopy functions as sun protection and ensures functional comfort for the outdoor space.
Inside, the raw materiality of exposed concrete meets warm, cozy elements—wood, carpet, and aluminum. The clients’ personalized color accents create deliberate contrasts to the rough texture of the concrete, giving the rooms an atmospheric depth.
Sustainability is a core aspect of the design. Secondary components are made from recycled concrete, and glass gravel is used for foundation insulation. Wood is selectively applied where it enhances both atmosphere and function. The ecological concept is further supported by a photovoltaic system, e-charging infrastructure, comprehensive rainwater management, and a rooftop heat pump for heating and cooling. The goal is a largely autonomous, energy-efficient operation—an architecture that combines reduction, precision, and sustainability.
Typology
residential
Status
built
Ort
Burgenland, Austria