The Inhabited Roccolo Private House

The Inhabited Roccolo Private House is a remarkable architectural masterpiece that reimagines the traditional roccolo (bird catcher hut) of the Lombard Alps landscape, seamlessly blending historical heritage with contemporary design principles. This innovative residential structure, completed in 2017, represents a sophisticated interpretation of vernacular architecture, occupying 332.13 square meters distributed across four distinct levels. The design philosophy centers on creating a sanctuary from urban stress, where aesthetic minimalism harmonizes with natural surroundings through the thoughtful integration of simple forms and organic materials. The building's distinctive morphology features heterogeneous volumes and varied materials, including reinforced concrete, natural wood, corten steel, and titanium zinc, creating a dynamic interplay of textures and surfaces. The structure maintains the spatial essence of traditional roccolos, incorporating a semicircle of hornbeams in double rows with a central corridor, while introducing modern architectural elements such as horizontal cracks in wooden facades and strategically placed glazed sections. This Silver A' Design Award-winning project in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design category demonstrates exceptional innovation in its approach to environmental integration, featuring carefully considered details such as retractable window frames and shielded glazing to minimize landscape reflection. The design's vertical orientation creates a symbolic connection between earth and cosmos, while its functional layout includes specialized spaces across multiple levels, from tool storage to living areas, culminating in an atmospheric attic space that honors the building's historical inspiration while serving contemporary residential needs.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: architectural heritage, sustainable design, contemporary residential, alpine architecture, environmental integration, traditional reinterpretation

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https://competition.adesignaward.com/122778

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