Network of Architecture (noa*), a collective of architects and
designers based in Bolzano and Berlin, led the renovations and
designed all the built-in furnishings over the course of four years.
e collective "explores and examines interdisciplinary
methods of design, continuously evolving depending on both
nature and the requirements of each project." Due to the
Zallinger's unique elevation, climate and topography, working
with architects who kept nature at the forefront of their design
plans was paramount.
"e alpine environment is a complex and fascinating system
that must be understood and respected. It's important to think of
new spaces and ways to inhibit them: environments on a human
scale—comfortable, welcoming, but, above all, unique and
authentic," noa* co-founder Stefan Rier said.
Noa*'s aim was to improve the quality and accommodation
capacity of the Zallinger, without altering the existing landscape.
According to noa*, the principles that guided each design choice
were sustainability, respect for the mountains and direct contact
with nature.
The alpine
environment
is a complex
and fascinating
system that must
be understood
and respected."
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