Black Mountain House

Unconventional mountain object, minimalist appearance, maintenance-free – these are the main factors defining the look of this timeless structure. The bold family home stands in a mountain setting, where it daily withstands the challenges and whims of the weather.
The mass of the building is designed according to the classic local archetype (gable roof, simple mass, rectangular shape of the main part). The predominant black color of the object is inspired by the original mountain wooden buildings, which were most often coated with a tar dark finish. Vertical aluminum facade strips connect in a minimalist conception to the roof plane and provide safe drainage of rainwater in the base area, where there is a specific detail in the form of a linear recessed gutter. The facade is designed with an emphasis on sustainability, durability, and is fully recycled. The reference to the proximity of the distinctive industrial landscape is reflected in the exterior appearance through protruding corten shapes, which soften the overall pragmatic appearance of the shell. The apparent simplicity of the concept is complemented by unique details, such as a facade without a single visible screw, cantilevered enamelled glazing, a levitating concrete terrace, built-in corten elements, or a lightning rod in the black color of the facade.
The living area is divided into a bustling ground floor, which includes a living hall with a kitchen, sanitary facilities, a laundry room, and a technical room connecting the house to the garage. The focal point of the living room is a bay window seat, thus expanding the space beyond the building's footprint. The upper quiet area contains bedrooms and a master bedroom, along with the necessary sanitary facilities. The attic is used as an office with a gym and seasonal storage space. Spacious steel windows offer views of the surrounding thousand-meter peaks from every room.