Cajsa Carlson

🏠 Hoteliers and architects Gerold and Katia Schneider restored the 1609 Haus W lodge in Zug, Austria, using untreated local spruce and traditional methods. The four-bedroom boutique hotel features bespoke furniture and interiors by local craftspeople. The design juxtaposes new spruce with centuries-old timber, highlighting the building's history. The project includes a spa and sauna by Shinchiro Ogata and a wooden screen designed as a second layer in front of a glass structure. The studio and shop will host artists in residence part of the year.

🏡 Haus W in Zug, Austria, originally built in 1609, has been partially restored by hoteliers Gerold and Katia Schneider using untreated local spruce. The four-bedroom lodge features traditional Walser architecture and includes bespoke furniture crafted by local artisans. The ground floor houses the living room, dining room, and kitchen, while the first floor has a library and bedrooms. A spa and sauna by Shinchiro Ogata are on the lower ground floor, enhancing the cultural and historical essence.

🏨 Hoteliers Gerold and Katia Schneider restored Haus W, a lodge in Austria's Alpine Lech region, originally built in 1609. The duo used untreated local spruce and traditional methods, collaborating with local craftspeople to preserve the heritage. The lodge features four bedrooms, a library with a fireplace, and a spa by designer Shinchiro Ogata. The project includes bespoke furniture and a wooden screen with a Japanese influence. The adjoining studio will host artists in residence part-time.