Contemporary Regional Construction

 - Christian Schittich

There are many reasons for building in a regional way. They range from the human desire for local identity to the use of regional resources such as wood, loam, natural stone, or bamboo. A sense of home is also important. However, building forms of the past should not be adopted without critical reflection.

Contemporary Regional Construction
In the multifamily house in the Swiss village of Altendorf, Jomini & Zimmermann Architekt: innen created generous residential space for a large family. The building form is inspired by regional farmhouses. © Roland Bernath