The existing villa is located in a residential neighborhood bordering a lush forest and features a generous garden with a swimming pool. Nestled at the forest's edge, this reimagined villa combines contemporary elegance with sustainability, thanks to a clever wood facade makeover and an integrated energy-efficient roof renovation. The project consists of several distinct yet harmonious interventions that form a cohesive, contemporary whole.
The initial brief, which drove the interventions, was based on the clients' desire to give their home a more contemporary look and to add complementary, functional spaces.
The house was thus enhanced with a carport, a shelter for the pool terrace, a bicycle shed, and an outdoor storage unit. These elements, constructed entirely of wood, strengthen the connection between the interior and exterior while providing additional functional spaces.
The entire project was executed using timber construction. All SIA phases (31 to 53) were managed, from the initial study and permit acquisition to the final completion.
The facade has been carefully transformed with the addition of open-joint cladding in pre-weathered wood, which defines the ground floor. This choice of cladding and its layout-featuring three slat sizes arranged in several modules, creates a dynamic and controlled graphic aesthetic. It is a choice that is both aesthetic and sustainable, designed to enhance the building's envelope over time.
Finally, the existing roof was completely renovated, with traditional tiles replaced by large, scale-patterned solar tiles. This intervention achieved specific energy targets by integrating photovoltaic production while maintaining aesthetic coherence. With its anthracite hue, this new roof reinforces the desired contemporary expression while taking full advantage of solar energy.
Elevation and main section
Ground floor plan
