Jaeger Koechlin

Description

The «Zur Eych» house, first mentioned in 1350, is a living testimony to centuries of architectural history with its late medieval façade and striking twin and triplet windows. The remodelling was carried out in close cooperation with the heritage conservation authorities and was dedicated to the complex structure of the building. The aim was to preserve and rediscover historical qualities: later remodelling, such as the fireplace from 1945, was removed to reveal the original spatial relationships and enable flexible uses. Particular attention was paid to the interior design: the Baroque painted beamed ceiling was skilfully restored. New interventions – such as a modern interpretation of a tiled stove – are based on the historical building fabric in terms of their proportions, materials and design, and set contemporary accents. The building has also been technically modernised: the switch to district heating and the use of modern vacuum glazing improve energy efficiency without detracting from the building’s appearance. The result is a place that both preserves and retells history – a monument that connects the past, present and future.