The residence that has been renovated and extended is a detached 1960s villa situated in Val Ayas, Valle d’Aosta. Considering the building's position in a green landscape of particular natural beauty, the design choices aimed at making the property an integral part of the surrounding landscape. The mountains, forest and fields unmistakeably determine specific textures - wood and stone - two materials that are fundamental for covering indoor and outdoor settings and represent an ideal bridge between the contemporary project and the building tradition in the mountains. By keeping the original structure, with the exception of some changes to outlines and the dimensions of openings, externally the design took shape by reclaiming the proportions of the past, the authenticity of the materials, the crafted solutions, the warmth of the wood and the elegance of the stone through to the smallest finishing details.

The Murogeopietra^® covering gives the volume of the structure shape and identity. The designers were able to create a customised mix of stone to convey the random nature of alpine walls, choosing from dozens of models and shades and an endless number of combinations. The professional installation and contrasting mortar application technique contribute to the excellent result.

Internal space has been changed and distributed completely differently from previously, with contemporary shapes and forms combined with the timeless charm of wood coverings, where expertise and excellence bear the signature by Valente Costruzioni. Typical architectural features, such as the wood shingle roofs and long wooden balconies complete the chalet and evoke immediate serenity. Through a mature, cultured and expressive language, the architects have succeeded in combining technique and aesthetics in an elaborate contemporary setting that preserves, transforms and improves the existing ensemble in line with the surroundings and natural environment.

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