This minimalist villa showcases a warm, natural architectural style with smooth, refined details. Designed as a new home for a family of four and their dog, it embodies simplicity and comfort. Since 2020, GAISS has specialized in lime and wood houses, constructing wooden frame structures insulated with cellulose and finished with lime plaster both inside and out.
Set within a birch-lined garden, the villa’s simple linear form boasts symmetrical window rhythms and cubic shapes. The robust cantilevered roof seamlessly combines the garage, living quarters, and garden terrace into a unified whole. Wooden cladding adorns the lower exterior walls, while lime plaster covers the upper sections. The gently curved roof terrace and handrails add a subtle, relaxed touch.
Entrances play a pivotal role in shaping the architectural experience. Whether arriving by car or on foot, residents pass beneath the roof that links the garage to the main house. They are greeted by a large window and enter through a custom door clad in wooden panels. A small but distinctive detail completes the entrance: a curved steel plate extending from the door handle.
Upon entering, the cement flooring unifies the ground floor into a spacious living room. A large window offers expansive views of the birch garden and connects the interior to an outdoor terrace. All the walls are coated with warm-toned lime plaster, featuring a slightly rough texture that delivers a perfect yet imperfect tactile feel, creating a cozy, inviting atmosphere.
The staircase serves as the home’s centerpiece—a wooden structure connecting the two floors, featuring solid wood veneer handrails and steps. Above this double-height space, a skylight illuminates the area, allowing natural light to flow down to the lower floor.
The design approach for these lime and wood homes follows a strong energy strategy. The structure is a clean, compact rectangular prism, with most windows facing south to maximize solar gain. Additionally, the first-floor hanging windows and second-floor sunshades help prevent overheating during warmer months.
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