{"product_id":"all-about-chalets-contemporary-mountain-residences-9783037682807","title":"All about Chalets: Contemporary Mountain Residences","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExclusive living retreats set against the backdrop of majestic peaks, steep slopes and picturesque valleys\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe chalet is a building style that enjoys lasting popularity all over the world. Dating back to the herdsman's hut in the Alpine region, it became a longed-for destination and the most preferred holiday domicile in the 19th century with the emerging fascination with the Alps. Today, architects and designers are primarily inspired by the constantly redefined interplay of sublime nature, traditional architecture, regional building typologies, individual design, and modern formal language that pushes them to reach magnificent creative peaks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe projects selected for this volume are diverse and remarkably multifaceted: From a traditional construction with a flat gable roof, wide roof overhang, and robust timber façade, to contemporary, thoroughly idiosyncratic interpretations with clear lines, creative choice of materials, and fine details. However, the artful staging of the imposing mountain world in the interior design plays a decisive role among all presented chalets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter completing a degree in architecture in architecture \u003cb\u003eSibylle Kramer\u003c\/b\u003e worked for gmp von Gerkan, Marg and Partners in different functions, such as Chief Representative in Beijing. In 2001 she set up her successfull architecture practice in Hamburg which has received various awards and competition prizes. Kramer is also a frequent participant on selection committees for architectural competitions.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Braun Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50521042649362,"sku":"9783037682807","price":50.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_4cbef695-591f-427d-bb28-b27ac0256eb4.jpg?v=1731097604","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/all-about-chalets-contemporary-mountain-residences-9783037682807","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}