Case Study – Casa Rotaliniti – 1959

  • Bellinzona, Ticino
  • Aurelio Galfetti's Casa Rotalinti is situated in a forested area above Bellinzona, near the Sasso Corbaro castle, drawing inspiration from its simple, single-material form and elevated position. The house contrasts with the sinuous mountains around it, standing out with its cubic shape.
  • The façades are designed with carefully placed loggias, terraces, and windows that divide the landscape into different scenes, creating varying perspectives. This arrangement allows the house to maintain a strong connection with nature while offering unique views from different points.
  • The house follows a "promenade architecturale" that leads from the upper levels, filled with panoramic views, to the lower sleeping area, offering a journey through both space and landscape.

People: Cook, Eat, Gather, Read, Rest, See, Sit, Sleep, Talk

typology: House, Landscape

Climate: Light

Location: Forest, Hill, Mountain, Slope

Material: Concrete, Glass, Stone


Contributor: Rachele Pasteris
16 October 2024