MOORENWEIS

Lavish family living in an old farmhouse

CATEGORY: farmhouse and barn
SERVICES: architectural remodeling and renovation, interior design
LOCATION: Moorenweis, Germany
CUSTOMER: private
YEAR: 2013 - 2014
SIZE: 388 sqm
TEAM: Philipp Moeller/ Partner: Spandri/ Wiedemann - Elia Spandri
PHOTOGRAPHER: Benjamin A. Monn, Munich

In order to preserve the typical farmhouse character of this ensemble during renovation, the intricate room structures of the residential wing were left largely unchanged. The preservation of the historical structures, notably the roof truss, but above all the creation of a variety of different interior ambiances offer a unique living experience. The connection between the residential building and the former stables make for intense contrasts, especially in the open attic floors, where black steel elements complement the supporting wood structures. The atmosphere of the rooms is dominated by long, handmade oak timbers. Natural materials and subtle, muted colors make the old and the new fuse into a natural union. In spite of extensive remodeling, which also included an energy-efficiency renovation, the building shell remains almost unchanged and thus helps preserve the historic character of the village.