Studio Carraldo Builds Alpine Community Oven
Studio Carraldo designs a community oven in the alpine landscape, combining concrete, firebrick, and stainless steel inspired by local farmhouses.
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- An alpine community oven designed by architecture practice Studio Carraldo.
- Concrete base cast using timber log formwork sourced from nearby forests.
- Combustion chamber built with a refractory firebrick dome for heat retention.
- Stainless steel outer shell reinterpreting traditional alpine wooden shingles.
Design studio Studio Carraldo has unveiled a new community oven nestled within the rugged alpine landscape, created to serve local residents and artists in residence. The project bridges vernacular building traditions with contemporary architectural expressions through a careful selection of durable materials.
The structure stands on a solid concrete base cast from formwork made of round timber logs gathered from surrounding forests, drawing direct inspiration from nearby traditional farmhouses. Inside, the combustion chamber features a dome constructed from refractory firebricks, which efficiently stores and reflects heat back into the interior during operation.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
Enclosing the entire assembly is a sculptural stainless steel body that matches the width of the concrete base at the front before tapering upwards, finished with a horizontal drip edge. The design reinterprets the wooden shingles commonly found across the Alpine region by transforming them into large interlocking stainless steel panels that form a precise outer shell.
This project highlights how modern materials like stainless steel can harmoniously coexist with traditional construction techniques, such as timber-formed concrete. By creating a functional gathering spot, the architecture fosters community interaction while respecting the harsh environmental context of the mountains.
The project was crafted by architects Valentin Fick, Franka Ruhnau, and David Zauels of Studio Carraldo, with photography editing by Jonas Zauels and editing by Christina Vergopoulou.
Source: designboom
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