Case Study – Chesa Sur l’En – 1883
- Malans, Graubünden
- The Chesa sur lʼEn, built by J. Planta, helped shape St. Moritz into a resort town. Combining alpine charm with cosmopolitan elements, it became a landmark, inspiring other chalets in the area.
- The design of the chalet reflects its functional elegance. The non-hierarchical floor plan allows guests to move freely, while the façade is adorned with intricate woodcarvings, unique windows, and multiple balconies, each with its own design.
- As St. Moritz grew in popularity, the chalet became engulfed by the success it helped bring to the area, cementing its legacy in the town's transformation.
People: Cook, Eat, Gather, Read, Rest, See, Sit, Sleep, Talk, Work
typology: House, Landscape
Climate: Heat
Contributor: Dalia Schilling
