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Flexhouse

Resembling a futuristic vessel on the banks of Lake Zurich, the house designed by Swiss studio Evolution Design showcases a ribbon-like facade that swirls all around.

Swiss architecture and design studio Evolution Design completed a four storey, 173 sqm house with 180 degree evocative views on Lake Zurich up to the mountains beyond.

The design features a floor plan that goes from wide to narrow to follow the nearby railway lines and shape of the plot, while the facade wraps around the building, drawing the eye continuously upward: this way the house is never still, with elements that continuously draw the attention throughout the space and to the different views.

The fluidity of the design continues inside, thanks to an open plan interior, unbroken views and reams of natural light, that fill up the space all day long. On the ground floor, the spacious living room transitions into a dining area and loft-style kitchen. Rather than close off individual floors, the design incorporates a double height open space that connects visually all the areas. The top floor studio with its panoramic views and two roof terraces is the culmination of this seamless flow between inside and out.