With family housing in short supply, the timing was ideal for this renovation and transformation. The parents sold their home to their children and downsized to an apartment, making room for the next generation. The young family envisioned a home that would feel spacious and generous—a sheltered sanctuary with beautiful views and a modern sensibility infused with warmth. Their priority: reimagining the cramped entry sequence, with its narrow stairwell and modest cloakroom, into something open and welcoming.

Steinmetz & Loeckle Architects and the interior designer team reached agreement on the design concept quickly. Execution, however, presented its share of challenges. Situated on a narrow street culminating in a dead-end, the year-long process of material deliveries and ongoing construction demanded considerable patience from neighbors. Renovation revealed additional obstacles that required creative problem-solving. Thanks to a flexible approach, the result is an airy, light-filled family home. Oak parquet establishes the desired warmth throughout. Every built-in and the dining table were custom-crafted by a skilled carpenter, creating clean surfaces and generous storage that visually expand the rooms. The formerly cramped staircase became an open, flowing element. A thoughtfully organized mudroom keeps family essentials in check and simplifies daily life with two children. The children have their own realm on the top floor—dedicated space for sleeping, playing, and studying—while the parents enjoy a private sanctuary. Beyond the bedroom, it features a walk-in closet and spa-like bath with freestanding tub and seamless shower enclosure. An air-source heat pump efficiently manages heating and domestic hot water throughout.

Positioned perpendicular to the main residence is a guest cottage, equally restored. Beneath the terrace—in what once stored the oil tank—there's now discreet space for garden equipment and outdoor tools. The family made the decision to add a pool during the design phase. "Creating a home transcends architecture," reflects architect Ulrike Loeckle. "It's an act of trust between architect and client—transforming vision into reality. This collaboration brought genuine joy." The family is equally pleased: the house's essential character remains intact, while thoughtfully integrated modern elements elevate its overall design.

www.steinmetzloeckle.de

Photography:
Jürgen Pollak
www.juergenpollak.de

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