Tailored Architectural Solutions
Building for Associates with Different Personalities
A mountain project intended as an income-generating building with maximum exploitation was designed to house two brothers-in-law with completely opposite personalities: one loves terraces, while the other does not at all. Additionally, the design includes a duplex unit planned for sale. The architecture of this building truly reflects the psychology of the client and the dominant nature of their character.
In this concept, the building’s design becomes a direct expression of the client’s character and unique relationships. By addressing the distinct preferences of the two residents—one who enjoys terraces and one who doesn’t—the architect has introduced tailored features that balance these contrasting personalities within the same structure. This type of design reflects a psychological approach, where architectural elements are not only functional but also reveal the characteristics and desires of the people who inhabit the space. The inclusion of a duplex for sale serves as an additional function, emphasizing the project’s goal for maximum utility and financial return. In essence, the building becomes a narrative of the client’s mindset, priorities, and relationship dynamics, blending personal expression with practicality.
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Private Club
A private club on the coastline, featuring a pool, gym, and bowling alley, was designed with the principle of preserving an old Lebanese house while respecting the surrounding environment. A “negative fence” was created to allow views of what should be seen and conceal what should not. The design includes a cantilevered structure with exposed concrete arcades, reinterpreting the traditional vault in a modernized approach.The project has been distorted after.
For an architect, the worst thing is to see their work distorted.
Architects invest great care in designing a balanced response to function, site, and aesthetics. When their vision is altered, it disrupts this balance, diminishing the intended harmony and identity of the project. Changes from budget constraints, client decisions, or regulations can compromise the architectural concept, turning it into something that no longer reflects the architect’s true intent.
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TREE MOUNTAIN CHALET special request
A mountain chalet in a private club in the high Alps faced specific urban planning regulations, mandating a hexagonal shape within this development. The client requested the construction of three chalets for three brothers. The solution proposed by Studio Verney was to design a supporting structure with load-bearing walls for both circulation and cantilevers, maximizing ground clearance to preserve the ancient rock formations present on the site. Each chalet accessed the roof of its neighbor, further integrating the design into the landscape. However, the project remained incomplete due to budget constraints, and the land was eventually sold. The new owner opted to demolish the structure and install a prefabricated wooden chalet instead.
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