Savioz Fabrizzi Architectes Sàrl

Tunnel Residency, Champlan

Tunnel Residency, Champlan

TUNNEL RESIDENCY, CHAMPLAN

Savioz Fabrizzi Architectes

STATUS
Built

AREA
5000 Sqft - 10,000 Sqft

BUDGET
Undisclosed

YEAR
2014

LOCATION
Grimisuat, Switzerland

TYPE
Residential › Multi Unit Housing

This site in the valais village of grimisuat was originally occupied by three buildings, two of them barns. in the end, only one building could be retained in this residential project.

Tunnel Residency, Champlan
Tunnel Residency, Champlan

The three buildings that were added are based on this old dwelling, in order to preserve the character of the built environment in this village zone. the four buildings extend down the slope, forming a unified whole.

The renovated building displays the existing materials (stone walls, cement bricks) although, in some sections of the façades, reinforced concrete has been added.

Tunnel Residency, Champlan
Tunnel Residency, Champlan

The façades of the new buildings are made of reinforced concrete throughout.

The development is given a homogeneous appearance by the use of a single colour, which covers the different materials used but allows their texture to show through.

Tunnel Residency, Champlan
Tunnel Residency, Champlan

Although from the outside the buildings appear to be separate, the typology of the dwellings reflects the intention to maintain a unity.

The apartments fit into one another and are all structured in half-storeys, running from north to south, the aim being to have the wall-openings overlooking the valley. the three largest apartments enjoy direct access onto a sunny terrace.


Tunnel Residency, Champlan


Tunnel Residency, Champlan
Tunnel Residency, Champlan


Tunnel Residency, Champlan
Tunnel Residency, Champlan


Tunnel Residency, Champlan

Savioz Fabrizzi Architectes Sàrl
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Savioz Fabrizzi Architectes Sàrl
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