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ARCHITECTURE<br />
Architecture is much more complex than just the<br />
design of the outer shell of a building. It invol-<br />
ves the careful consideration of many factors,<br />
including content, structure, integration in the<br />
surroundings and construction. It is the science of<br />
building – in this case, building in the mountains.<br />
In Grindelwald, only traditional wooden chalets<br />
are permitted.<br />
The façades must be structured and proportioned<br />
accordingly and the roofs must have sufficient<br />
overhang. However, good architecture is not<br />
achieved just by following these building regulati-<br />
on specifications: <strong>for</strong>m, substance and appearance<br />
must also harmonise as a unit.<br />
In this particular case, the challenge was to make<br />
the structure of the chalets visible inside the<br />
building, while still giving the rooms a modern,<br />
contemporary and open feeling. And, of course, it<br />
goes without saying that the spectacular views of<br />
the surrounding landscape were of primary impor-<br />
tance in the orientation and design of the rooms.<br />
A well-known architectural office was selected <strong>for</strong><br />
the planning of the houses: an attractive façade is<br />
not the only criterion – every detail of the building<br />
must be of the highest quality.<br />
The architects have successfully created a clear,<br />
simple and modern space that con<strong>for</strong>ms to the<br />
simple architecture of the traditional timber const-<br />
ruction, but is still contemporary.<br />
GENERAL<br />
Chalet Fieschergletscher is built over three levels<br />
and Chalet Wetterhorn over four. Both houses dis-<br />
play the typical façades of traditional Grindelwald<br />
chalets.<br />
Thanks to the gable end ‘benefits’ – the spacious<br />
balconies and terraces and the classic latticed win-<br />
dows – these houses radiate unparalleled security<br />
and cosiness. This feeling is continued within the<br />
houses where many traditional details can be<br />
found, such as the sloping ceilings that make the<br />
upper bedrooms so com<strong>for</strong>table.<br />
Jungfrau Immobilien GmbH<br />
CH-3818 Grindelwald Switzerland<br />
T +41 33 823 21 21<br />
M +41 79 214 88 88<br />
www.jungfrauimmobilien.ch<br />
info@jungfrauimmobilien.ch<br />
But modern features are also present in abun-<br />
dance with a wellness area on the lower floor<br />
and an open-plan kitchen on the ground floor<br />
that connects the living and dining areas.<br />
All the interior finishes are of the highest<br />
quality and completed by skilled craftsmen.<br />
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