There’s something about the organic feel generated by the lovely cabins built up along the slopes of the mountains. Mostly people choose such houses to disconnect from the exhausting cities, in order to find peace, get in touch with nature. That’s why I think that harmony is one of the most important features when designing...
Little Swiss Chalet In Honey Blond Wood
One more Alpine eye-candy for you! This chalet by Geneva-based architect Charles Pictet is located in in the Ormonts valley, Switzerland. The architect had to overcome a host of building constraints and site challenges when he designed this small chalet. The honey blond wood used throughout is a lighter and more modern take on the...
Stylish Hi-Tech Ski Chalet In The French Alps
The mountain chalets drive me crazy because they are amazingly comfy and cozy! This Eden chalet in the French exclusive ski resort of Courchevel is special because it’s interior is a mix of traditional rustic style and modern hi-tech. Wood, glass, stainless steel and grey stone in designed are combined so that they look fantastic....
Relaxing Tanovatti Retreat With Bright Interiors
This House Tavonatti was designed by Par Arquitectos as a retreat in the region of Cachagua, Zapallar, Chile. The residence consists of two blocks, one on top of the other with exterior staircases that connect the perpendicularly arranged units creating open-plan spaces. The terrace, located at the upper floor offers striking views of the beautiful...
Tiny Ufogel Larch Cabin To Have A Rest In The Mountains
Ufogel house looks like a UFO landed in an alpine village or a retro caravan stopped in its travels, perhaps a sculptural bird or even a chicken coop perched next to an old timbered farmhouse. Why is it called so? It’s UFO plus the German word for bird, Vogel; a 45 m2 larch wood getaway...
Remote Mountain Chalet With Luxury Inside And Outside
A mountain retreat is an endless theme – here every designer shows what he or she can and every owner asks for what he or she likes, though the most popular décor is modern with rustic touches. This luxury chalet with a modern décor is called Lower Foxtail Residence and was created by Reid Smith...
Welcoming Retreat In North Carolina Forests
If you love nature and woods, if want to be closer to it and breathe fresh air in, you’ll be excited to see this retreat high in the North Carolina mountains. There is a central grand hall flanked by smaller wings housing bedrooms, a den, a kitchen, and a study. Everything is made of logs...
Neutral And Cozy Alps Chalet Interior In Rough Wood
Laurence Rouveure from Ardesia Design collaborating with Amaldi Neder Architects built Chalet Gstaad, a private chalet for relaxation far from any civilization or big cities. Natural wood is a great choice for an Alps chalet because it makes the owners closer to nature and creates a very cozy atmosphere, and here the inside is covered...
Stylish Black And White Mountain Chalet
This stylish mountain retreat is located in Megève between the Swiss mountains – a chalet with a traditional exterior and a modern white interior. White wall and high ceilings create an amazing frame for unusual furniture and creative accessories. The interior is mostly black and white; the armchairs are done in animal print, a modern...
Maison Boisset With Larch Panels Interior
An old wooden chalet in the Swiss Alps was renovated into this cool wooden cabin – Maison Boisset by Savioz Fabrizzi Architectes. The advantage was taken from the surrounding landscape. The exterior was left untouched, the original parts were just renovated for safety, while the stone foundation supports the wooden construction above. This rugged exterior...