A Curated Sanctuary in the Black Forest

Thomas Fabrinsky Architekten conceived the home as a contemporary bungalow, complete with a carport, four garages for the client’s car collection, a lap pool, expansive glazing to frame the surrounding greenery, and barrier-free access for future comfort. When it came to the interiors, our client took his time. In collaboration with us in the Material Lab, he uncovered a newfound appreciation for bold colour, exceptional materials and refined craftsmanship. It is a moment in life for beautiful things – and our client has fallen in love with the process.

The result is an open-plan layout that unites the home’s various zones and creates a seamless flow between indoors and out. The space becomes a stage for life, with the black ceiling above setting the tone for a bold, contrasting atmosphere.

In the projecting lounge area, the interior extends deep into the landscape, dissolving the boundary between inside and out. A continuous material language and a black ceiling with a network of finely drawn graphics unify the spaces. The large-format graphic design spans from the lounge through to the covered pool area and the outdoor fire pit, set slightly apart from the main volume. The animated, seemingly spontaneous linework forms a deliberate counterpoint to the strict geometry of the glass façades and the clarity of the pool architecture.

We embarked on a journey in design – and the end could not have been anticipated at the outset. Together, we explored and refined the client’s growing affinity for expressive objects and bold colour. The result is a confident, sensual space defined by layered surfaces, rich materiality and a strong spatial presence. A dream home that is a true, authentic expression of the client’s identity.