Ostello dell’asino
- Viganello, Lugano
- Located in Viganello at the foot of Monte Boglia in Lugano, this residential plot features a south-facing slope and is influenced by the surrounding topography.
- The multigenerational project, blending into the hillside, consists of two connected bodies meeting at the ends. Communal spaces with various functions are strategically positioned at the entrances to connect inhabitants' lives.
- The construction utilises a timber element method within a steel skeleton, ensuring efficiency and minimal disruption. Prioritising resource efficiency, the building is designed with modular elements, allowing for adaptability and replacement over its lifespan, while a durable concrete rear wall forms a century-long backbone.
