Lino, Montagnola

The expressive structure sits on a steep southeast slope in the Ticino village of Montagnola, surrounded by stately villas in Mediterranean vegetation. The determining design parameters are the orientation to the sun and the wide view over Lake Lugano.

For a secure foundation, a massive reinforced concrete base was poured into the steep ground, on top of which stands a construction of timber walls and cantilevered laminated ceilings.

The development of the three-storey volume takes place from the lowest floor, through the precise formulation of the exterior spaces. The building interweaves with its surroundings. The interior has an open and bright atmosphere; finely worked panelling made of fir gives the generous rooms feeling and warmth.