Walferdange Residences

The design began with a close observation of the surrounding context, particularly the varied silhouettes formed by neighboring buildings. Rather than replicate historic forms, we chose to reinterpret them, creating a contemporary sequence of staggered volumes that shift in response to their immediate surroundings.

These architectural gestures reflect the organic rhythm of the street while offering a fresh and fluid skyline.

This philosophy influenced the form of the buildings and the articulation of the façades, where varying rooflines and shifting volumes introduce a tempo that resonates with the rhythms of everyday life.

Toward the street, this dynamic composition becomes a contemporary "fifth façade," redefining the street edge with sensitivity and clarity while contributing to the ongoing narrative of Walferdange's built environment.

One of the early challenges was integrating the new structure into a dense village fabric without overpowering the historical context.

Construction-wise, the project employs traditional techniques paired with contemporary detailing. The primary materials, plaster, timber, and metal, were selected for their tactile qualities and ability to weather gracefully over time.

These materials reinforce the sense of continuity with the surrounding village while enabling a refined, modern finish.

Spatially, the 14 units are arranged along a sunlit central spine that serves as both circulation and social connector.

The interiors are open and light-filled, offering smooth transitions between spaces.

At the rear, the building opens into a shared garden, a communal landscape designed for everyday rituals: planting, resting, or gathering.

This garden transforms the space into a place of connection and belonging, reinforcing the social ambitions of the project.