Cà Vegia
Year: 2010–2012
Area: 144 m²
Location: San Bernardino, Switzerland
The Cà Vegia project in San Bernardino embodies the timeless connection between tradition and modern architecture. The renovation respects the origins of the building while introducing new, clear structures into the historic village fabric.
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Architectural and Construction Details
The atmosphere of the upper wooden levels and the lower mineral areas is intertwined in an open spatial sequence, connected by a series of stairs linking the three floors. The spaces are defined by a scenographic composition of materials — different types of wood and stone treated with specific techniques — creating a rich, dense environment with a strong identity.
Materials and Lighting
The project uses a balanced contrast between traditional and contemporary materials, which enhance each other. The spaces are composed with a museal approach to material expression, enriched by integrated floor and ceiling lighting that creates a soft glow. Every detail — from the structure to the furnishings — was designed, modeled, sampled, and tested on site to create a total architectural work.
