Sculptural staircase

A shelf becomes a staircase, the bathroom hides behind a secret door, and the workspace reveals itself theatrically behind a curtain. As an iconic moment, a large roof window opens up a view of Stuttgart’s television tower. In an unassuming 1930s apartment building, a surprising and carefully designed gem emerges—boldly breaking away from conventional notions of living.  Zooey Braun From Compartmentalized Floor Plan to Open Living Space  The attic floor of the 1935 building in Stuttgart’s east consisted of two small apartments (44 m² and 67 m² ) and a converted attic space above. The existing layout did not match the lifestyle of the ambitious owner, who envisioned an open, flexible home shaped b... More

This alterations and additions project involved the preservation of a historical Edwardian frontage, and a contemporary rear extension defined through its own material identity and form to distinguish new from old. Caption The refurbished single storey dwelling includes primary bedroom, ensuite and WIR, formal lounge, second bedroom and a home office. Caption The new extension unwinds at the rear to create a landscaped outdoor space with connections to the kitchen, dining, living, bedrooms and games room. Caption The zinc and cement rendered facade aims to recess the form into the landscape, limiting its impact on the retained Edwardian building. Caption The extension maximises natural daylight and ventilation, while... More