The plot on the Sonnenhalde sits on a southwest-facing slope, with wide views over Lake Constance. An exterior staircase leads from the entrance on the upper level down to the main living floor, where a spacious living area opens with multiple sightlines.
A unique panorama unfolds in the double-height fireplace room, with a large picture window. The upper floor offers privacy and retreat, with a sheltered wellness area and an internal light court that captures the morning sun in the bedroom. A generous terrace with broad steps follows the slope, connecting the ground floor to the lower level, where a separate apartment provides extra living space.
The polygonal design creates varied views, light, and zones, giving the interior different moods throughout the day. Closed exterior geometry provides intimacy, while the open interior sequence gives a sense of space and elegance.







Details
Architecture
Georg Bechter Architektur + Design; Georg Bechter, Michael Flatz, Anna Höss
Thomas Mennel
Client
Private
Year of completion
2025
Location
Lochau, Austria
Total area
295 m2
Site area
808 m2
Photos
Dominic Kummer
