Grünwald's villa district has an enviable reputation—only those who can truly afford it reside here. The architecture firm Falk von Tettenborn received the coveted commission to design a villa on this prestigious site for a real estate developer's personal use. The architect explains that the design concept for the 1,450 m² plot is, in principle, quite straightforward: essentially, the villa comprises four building volumes arranged across the site like boxes of varying sizes. The functional zones are thus clearly legible: a residential house, an office building, a pool pavilion, and the underground garage entrance along the northern boundary.

The building cubes with their distinct functions are clearly separated from one another. Fanning outward toward the southwest, they open like the fingers of a hand at sharp angles to each other. To the east lies the residential house as the only two-story structure. Access is provided through a central square entrance area, which also connects to the middle section containing the owner's office. The pool pavilion anchors the western end—separated from the street only by a narrow pathway and wall. Its closed quartz facade shields the swimming hall from external views, opens toward the garden, and screens it from the street. The pool pavilion also houses a small wellness area with a steam bath. The buildings are reinforced concrete structures with plinths clad in Valser quartz. The basement of the residential house contains the underground garage, technical rooms, and a guest apartment—not to mention a wine cellar. The interior furnishings prioritize premium materials and genuine luxury. The upper floor features bedrooms and bathrooms for the parents and two children. On the ground floor, one enters a generous entrance hall with flooring of ceramic tiles, selected by the client. The living area features long oak parquet boards, while the kitchen work surfaces, fireplace mantle, and shelving base in the living area are constructed from solid nagelfluh slabs. Each bathroom and toilet is finished with a different noble natural stone and coordinated sanitary fixtures. A platform staircase connects the ground and upper floors. A massive steel and glass gas fireplace serves as the focal point of the living space; the custom kitchen cabinetry and island harmonize with the warm brown tones throughout. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open the living area to the garden. Beyond lies a terrace finished with large-format concrete pavers.

www.tettenborn.net

Living area: 385 m² (670 m² including ancillary spaces)
Plot size: 1,450 m²
Construction period: 2017–2019
Construction method: Reinforced concrete
Energy concept: Geothermal heating

Photography Credits:

Oliver Jaist
www.oliverjaist.com

(Published in CUBE Munich 03|22)