Resedential building design

Ate­lier Thomas Pucher & Alfred Bram­berger created a fine piece of architecture called NIK building in Graz, Austria. Looking very simple it is rather awesome. The minimalist structure takes on a rectangular shape with a cubist cut-out aesthetic. Walls combined with lots of glass really impress the imagination. The building seems to be some kind of a big solitaire. The closed elements on the façade have a golden glimmering appearance. The materials used are aluminum, metal, steel and glass. The building turned out to be a sculpture due to its simplicity. The glass covering of the façade gives it a glimmering, shiny look during the day. The interior is finished in white tones and glass panels which create an airy atmosphere inside.

An unusual residence called Coral house was presented by the Swiss architects from Group8 in Geneva. It is covered with the sun screens of different tones of pink which protect the building if the weather is sunny. These sun shutters fold up into the window frames if it is necessary. The glazed structure includes 58 housing units (from 4 to 6 room flats) and two floors of commercial space. It is bright not only outside but also inside due to the pink finishes. The design of the building gives the impression that it has been cut or like section in a doll house. All windows in the courtyard were designed as «breathable» windows, meaning: coated aluminum frames with thermal breaks. The house looks really chic!