Case Study – Jenatsch Haus – 1554
- Bergün, Graubünden
- The Jenatsch House in Bergün blends rural roots with newfound wealth. Originally a wooden house, it was transformed into a stately stone structure, reflecting the prosperity of the time from muleteering and remittances.
- Inside, the front rooms are cozy, decorated with wood paneling, while the rear holds a decaying barn for animals, contrasting the opulence with humble living conditions.
- The house symbolizes the tension between simple origins and the desire to display wealth, with its design reflecting this conflict.
People: Cook, Eat, Gather, Read, Rest, See, Sit, Sleep, Talk, Work
typology: House, Landscape
Climate: Heat
Contributor: Mira Malzanini
