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A Warm Mixed Limestone House Overlooks Lake Zurich

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Sublime and soaring shapes in poured-in-place limestone concrete ennoble a stunning house in Zurich.

The house would be a little too spartan if it was grey concrete, but the warmth of this thick and creamy color makes the shapes sculptural.

Entered on the side from a hillside overlooking the panoramic view of Lake Zurich, it presents a noncommittal face to the street.

The open plan living and dining room overlooks the panoramic view (not shown) of the lake and the alps.

An interesting idea.

Next to the front door, a glass door to a private courtyard can be locked when privacy is needed.

Inside that private courtyard, two trees are as precious as priceless sculptures.

Seen from a relaxing soak in a tub through a floor to ceiling glass wall, the trees create a private courtyard view within the light-washed walled enclosure.

Carefully crafted cabinetry yields some elegant secrets.

The typical “under the sink” drawer appears to be between the sinks. And another next to the towel rack? In any case, well separated from the plumbing underneath.

The warm reds and yellows of fire is set off against a linear black cutout in the white wall.

A very quiet private house.