Linear ROFR House With Amazing Slopes Views

This beautiful linear house is called ROFR, it's built of concrete on Swiss slopes and the seismic activity was considered while building the house

At the foothills of a grand mountain range in the Sion region of Switzerland is Ralph Germann’s latest residential project, the ROFR house. The contemporary home’s linear design is inspired by its incredible natural surroundings. The architects imagined the structure to be a wall that acts as a barrier to protect the slopes looming above it.

Gray was selected as the exterior color to symbolize a protective rock. The area is a seismic zone, so the home is made from concrete. The roof was made completely flat to fit as many solar panels as possible – there are so many that they are able to power both the home and the owners’ electric cars.

Though it appears to be a single structure, the home is actually divided into two distinct areas. One is a large living area, while the other almost acts as a two-level apartment. The upper level features a terrace, kitchen, living space with a large fireplace, and a dramatic concrete hallway that leads to the rest of the rooms. A massive window in the living area looks out onto the home’s breathtaking mountain surroundings. On the ground level, a luxurious wine cave and cheese cellar are luxurious attractions.

The entrance of the home is through the garage. Germann believes garages will become obsolete in the future since electric cars do not require gas. Therefore, if the cars are parked outside, the garage can be transformed into an extra living space down the line.

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The main space is an open layout with a white minimalist kitchen with concrete countertops, a dining zone with rustic benches and a living room

The main space is an open layout with a white minimalist kitchen with concrete countertops, a dining zone with rustic benches and a living room

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The living room shows off amazing views of the slopes, it's done with sleek black surfaces and wood, the furniture is contemporary

The living room shows off amazing views of the slopes, it's done with sleek black surfaces and wood, the furniture is contemporary

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The interiors are done in minimalist style continuing the exterior aesthetics and the decor is very simple and laconic

The interiors are done in minimalist style continuing the exterior aesthetics and the decor is very simple and laconic

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The color scheme is neutral - grey and white, with addition of black for drama and light-colored natural wood for a soft touch

The color scheme is neutral - grey and white, with addition of black for drama and light-colored natural wood for a soft touch

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Breathtaking mountain views are one fo the characteristic features of this home

Breathtaking mountain views are one fo the characteristic features of this home

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Concrete that was used for exterior decor is also used insidde and that ties the spaces

Concrete that was used for exterior decor is also used insidde and that ties the spaces

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Storage is comfortable and hidden, to avoid cluttering the minimal spaces

Storage is comfortable and hidden, to avoid cluttering the minimal spaces

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a built-in garage

a built-in garage

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Upon leaving the house, the owners see fantastic views of the mountains

Upon leaving the house, the owners see fantastic views of the mountains

Source: design-milk