Case Study – Casa Caccia – 1971

  • Cadenazzo, Ticino
  • Casa Caccia, designed by Botta, stands as an architectural masterpiece with views of the Swiss Alps. The use of simple geometrical forms and materials creates a unique dwelling experience, where glass blocks on the west façade flood the living spaces with sunlight.
  • The concrete masonry of the other façades is interrupted by distinct windows that frame scenic vistas, connecting the house to its surroundings. The asymmetrical floor plan also evokes a sense of Japanese architectural influence.
  • Surrounded by vineyards, the house blends into the natural environment while introducing a sense of urbanity and transparency, seamlessly integrating with the local context.

People: Eat, Gather, Rest, See, Sit, Sleep

typology: House, Landscape

Climate: Light

Location: Lake, Hill, Mountain, Suburb

Material: Brick, Concrete, Glass


Contributor: Beatrice Hächler
14 October 2024