Townhouse Aarau

Aarau, Switzerland

Townhouse Aarau in Laurenzenvorstadt with listed historic facade

Photo © Basile Bornand

Townhouse Aarau in Laurenzenvorstadt with listed historic facade

Photo © Basile Bornand

Living room and kitchen

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Window detail with historic decorative panelling

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Staircase with colored wall

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View to the home office separated with room-high sliding doors

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Hallway viewed from the home office view

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Living room and kitchen

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View from hallway to the master bedroom with decorative panelling

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Enfilade separated with through room-high sliding doors

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Townhouse Aarau at Laurenzenvorstadt with garden view

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Architects: Architekturbüro Herbert Bruhin

Location: Aarau, Switzerland
Year: 2013
Team: Marcel Walker
Construction Management: Arento AG

Over 200 years old, this building preserves a piece of Swiss history: it was built at a time when Aarau aspired to be the Helvetic capital and is part of the rows of stately buildings that were planned for Laurenzenvorstadt street at the time. Its residents, too, have left their mark in the form of structural modifications. The renovation strikes a balance between respect for the history of the building and reorganisation of various elements to meet modern living requirements. The existing structures were laid bare and reinforced, and the infrastructure was renovated. The decorative panelling has been restored to its former glory, expansive views create a sense of distance, and deliberately chosen colours combine to provide a cosy atmosphere.