peter haimerl renovates shoemaker's farmhouse with contemporary cube

peter haimerl renovates shoemaker’s farmhouse with contemporary cube
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the shoemaker’s farmhouse was originally built in the 18th century in the town of alt-reim near munich. recently purchased in 2013, the new owner commissioned local architect peter haimerl to renovate the structure and create a two-unit residence. being a protected historical structural, the architectural approach sought to preserve the exterior with as few contemporary expressions as possible, while completely transforming the interior with new spatial concepts.  
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the solution lay in the introduction of an extruded concrete cube turned 45 degrees tucked into the roof of the home.  the concrete form contains one unit that juxtaposes the vernacular envelope by utilizing a highly contemporary aesthetic.  materials and spaces are a vast departure from the traditional construction of the rest of the house. walls and furnishings are angled, characterized by a more monotone color scheme and smooth surfaces. timber elements protrude from the walls and floors in the form of benches, stairs, shelves, and the existing roof joists. 
new entrance within the existing opening
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the other unit is located in the remainder of the structure, using the concrete cube to inform the ceiling of the spaces. here, contemporary meets vernacular as elements of the aged building are allowed to incorporate with modern materials wherever possible. original windows and door openings are left intact as well as the crumbling walls and timber structure.
unit 1- much of the original structure is preserved
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a combination of contemporary and dilapidation, new surfaces meet the old
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original stable displaying concrete diamond concept
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entry into the second unit
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kitchen and living room area
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kitchen
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bathroom illuminated by skylights
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central hearth in concrete structure
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