References
Architectural Reference
Residential Complex – Pfettrach 2018–2020
Panorama Homes on the Pfertrach Slope
Project Overview
The project comprises three energy-efficient single-family homes situated on a hillside overlooking the valley. The architecture combines rural typologies with upscale living standards. The aim is to create a complex of three individual houses sharing a cohesive design aesthetic that integrates harmoniously into the landscape.
Architectural Concept
The complex is situated on a hillside, overlooking the valley and the mountain massif. Three detached houses form a tranquil, harmonious cluster characterized by a shared material palette and roof typology. Together, the three houses constitute a contemporary, serene ensemble that reinterprets the rural architecture of the Abensberg region. Wood—serving as the defining material—along with clean rooflines and generous openings, forge a synthesis of regional identity, modern living quality, and sustainable construction.
Method of Construction
- Inspired by traditional rural roof forms
- Vertical timber cladding
- Building Physics: airtight building envelope, optimized thermal bridges, sound insulation in accordance with DIN 4109
Key Figures
- Lot size 1800 m2
- Building footprint 290,0 m2
- Architectural Phases: LPH. 1 – 5
- FAR = 0,30 , FSI = 0,38
- Total investment: approx. €2.25 million
Project Process and Design Concept
The project emerged from the ambition to translate the rural building traditions of the Abensberg region into a contemporary architectural idiom, while simultaneously developing high-quality, energy-efficient family homes with a strong connection to the landscape. During the planning process, typological, aesthetic, and functional requirements were developed iteratively and refined through to the building permit stage. A key focus lay on precise integration into the hillside terrain, orientation toward the valley, and the creation of a serene, regionally rooted ensemble comprising three independent houses.
Collaboration and Planning Approach
The development was carried out in close coordination with the client, taking into account local building regulations, the slope topography, and the surrounding landscape context. In addition to standard design coordination, the focus lay on material concepts, energy efficiency, usage scenarios, and regulatory feasibility. The collaboration was characterized by a commitment to high standards of architectural precision, regional identity, and enduring sustainable value.
Key Project Focus Areas
Particular emphasis was placed on the reinterpretation of rural typologies, the combination of traditional materials—such as wood and stucco—with modern architecture, and the development of flexible, family-friendly floor plans. Furthermore, the project involved a deliberate engagement with visual connections to the landscape, the integration of the sloping terrain into the exterior design, and the development of a comprehensive, energy-efficient concept.
Services Provided
- Development of a comprehensive architectural concept for three single-family homes
- Execution of planning phases 1–4
- Design and permitting planning, taking into account regional building traditions
- Development of material- and typology-sensitive facade and roof concepts
- Planning of flexible floor plans for families with diverse spatial requirements
- Integration of regionally characteristic building forms into a modern architectural language
- Coordination with building code regulations and design guidelines
- Support in project development and energy concept planning
Results / Outcome
The project reinterprets the rural building tradition of the Abensberg region, blending regional identity with modern standards of residential and living quality. The result is a harmonious ensemble of three energy-efficient houses that establishes a strong sense of local identity through its materiality, roof forms, and clear geometry. The outcome is a contemporary, high-quality residential project—deeply rooted in its region and oriented toward sustainability.