Single house for sale - 8717 Benken SG

For an undeveloped plot of land on the Benkner Büchel, in the canton of St. Gallen, a single-family house has been developed that harmoniously integrates into the natural surroundings. The plot borders a forest to the south and has a steep slope. To the east, the plot offers a breathtaking view of the Linthebene and the Speer. The access road to the plot is extremely narrow, which brings challenges for the access of large vehicles during the construction phase. The variety of conditions and challenges of the plot led to the use of lightweight construction techniques and the utilization of the steep terrain to create a feeling of weightlessness of the building among the southern treetops.

This approach resulted in a two-story house made of a lightweight wooden construction on concrete pillars, with a direct analogy to the southern forest. With controlled sunlight guidance and various ceiling heights in the living and dining area, a nature-friendly atmosphere could be created. Regarding the materials, a pure selection is pursued, focusing on wood, rubble stone, and concrete surfaces, which are used throughout the house. The surroundings of the building are to be largely left to nature so that it can unfold over time. The roof is used to house an integrated photovoltaic system that generates local and sustainable electricity for the house as well as for the air heat pump.

The designed house in Benken aims to seamlessly blend into the environment and provide residents with a sense of connection to nature.