Kitzbühel

STREIFZUG Kitzbühel | Issue 59 | Summer 2026

Up on the Bichlalm is where time seems to move a bit more slowly, it is a place where the power of nature can be felt, nestled in a landscape whose serenity and vastness transform to a wellspring of inner harmony. The moving flow of water, its lightness, its infinite formability are what give rise to the architectural concept of this project and insert a natural dynamic force into its design. Meticulously selected materials bring the characteristics of water itself to the fore: its clear lines, soft transitional zones, reflective surfaces.

The centrepiece of the property is the 15-metre-long infinity pool which actually appears to meld its borders with the horizon itself, opening the space to a certain kind of infinity. Inside the house, the living area is the highlight. Spacious, generously flowing, flooded with light, it starts with far-reaching window fronts showcasing the panorama of mountains beyond. Then, a free-standing fireplace provides not just warmth, but also serenity, drawing the overall space together in natural ways. Then combine this with the high rooftop truss and the precisely chosen materials, and an interplay of various elements in profound harmony is generated. The kitchen merges seamlessly with this wide-open living zone, nevertheless enjoys its own clearly defined identity. Premium materials and finely selected details complete the atmosphere. The back kitchen raises the whole to a higher level of functionality and order. And thereby, a quiet focal point of shared life is created: restrained, symmetrical, everything fitting into the overall constellation.

In the well-being area, a fusion of sauna, steambath and adventure-shower is achieved, turning it into a well-proportioned retreat from everyday life. Quiet materials, softened lighting and a spacious relaxation zone generate an atmosphere of warmth, tranquillity and balance.