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Geneva, Switzerland
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Other Projects by PHILIPPE MEYER FAS SIA
CLS_R115/08
Geneva, Switzerland
Type
STATUS
Built
YEAR
2008
SIZE
3000 sqft - 5000 sqft
Built in the 1980s, the project is based on a series
of town houses. Elevating this structure means deciding
in favour of the concept of extension rather
than imitation. Heightening, read adding, superimposing,
means that beyond formal questions,
this “complement” to the existing structure must
comply with load-bearing constraints.
“Light” therefore becomes the watchword of this
project. Light in terms of the adopted construction
method. Light with respect to the timber
load-bearing structure assembled in the workshop,
before being transported and installed on-site in a
short time to avoid damaging the existing roof.
Light in terms of the facing. In contrast to a fairfaced
concrete building, cladding material is used
here made of pre-weathered zinc. Once installed
in alternating concave and convex folds, it creates
a vibration effect in the materials depending on
the light conditions. The metalwork at the edge of
the roof is extended to become the façade, giving
the ensemble a greater sense of unity.
An expression of lightness. The choice of rhythm
used in this construction allows the insertion of
large window openings, providing framed views
of the surrounding cityscape, the countryside and
the green environment.
A structure has been turned into a shelter, an
inhabited roof.
of town houses. Elevating this structure means deciding
in favour of the concept of extension rather
than imitation. Heightening, read adding, superimposing,
means that beyond formal questions,
this “complement” to the existing structure must
comply with load-bearing constraints.
“Light” therefore becomes the watchword of this
project. Light in terms of the adopted construction
method. Light with respect to the timber
load-bearing structure assembled in the workshop,
before being transported and installed on-site in a
short time to avoid damaging the existing roof.
Light in terms of the facing. In contrast to a fairfaced
concrete building, cladding material is used
here made of pre-weathered zinc. Once installed
in alternating concave and convex folds, it creates
a vibration effect in the materials depending on
the light conditions. The metalwork at the edge of
the roof is extended to become the façade, giving
the ensemble a greater sense of unity.
An expression of lightness. The choice of rhythm
used in this construction allows the insertion of
large window openings, providing framed views
of the surrounding cityscape, the countryside and
the green environment.
A structure has been turned into a shelter, an
inhabited roof.
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