# Artistic Alpine Residences Bernardo Bader Architects Creates a Larch-Clad Home for Art Collector By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-03-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpine-residence References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2018/03/08/bernardo-bader-architects-swiss-alps-house-on-the-schopfacker/) & [bernardobader](http://www.bernardobader.com/projekt/ueberbauung-schopfacker-2) The [Alpine Residence](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cypress-retreat) by Bernardo Bader Architects is located on the edge of a village in the Appenzell region in Switzerland. At first glance, one could infer the nature of the project -- the boxed three storey home is build in a remote area and its fundamental purpose is to serve as a [home to the owner's art collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-hills-residence). Bernardo Balder Architects created a stunningly minimalist interior that successfully exhibits the [rare paintings and sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galeria-house), as well as the antique furniture. The pieces stand out in the wooden and cement rooms of the Alpine residence. The choice of materials is in direct correlation with the region's architectural history -- dating back to the 16th century, the village was known for its homey "square timber-framed houses and historic stone palaces." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalist Interior Design:** Creating minimalist interior designs that highlight and complement art collections. - **Authentic Materials:** Using locally sourced and historically significant materials in architectural designs. - **Artistic Residential Spaces:** Designing homes specifically to showcase art collections and enhance the viewing experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can explore innovative ways to create minimalist and art-focused residential spaces. - **Art Collecting:** Art collectors can seek out homes that are specifically designed to showcase and enhance the display of their collections. - **Historic Preservation:** Preservation and restoration efforts can focus on incorporating authentic and historically significant materials into modern architectural designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Residential Mountain Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avber-house.md) - [Mountainside Cedar Alpine Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elizabeth-roberts-architects.md) - [Sustainable Swiss Chalets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ls-design.md) - [Mountain Courtyard Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-house.md) - [Alpine Valley-Cliff Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bivacco-brdy.md) - [Contemporary Ski Home Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/traditional-ski-chalet.md) - [Alpine Complex Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coarch-studio.md) - [Holiday Mountain Village Chalets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-day-house.md) - [Light-Filled Alpine Lofts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omarama-attic.md)