17th-century Alpine lodge in Austria transformed into wood-clad boutique hotel by Gerold and Katia Schneider
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Cajsa Carlson
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Summary
Hoteliers Gerold and Katia Schneider transformed a 17th-century traditional Walser house (Haus W) in Zug, Austria, into a wood-clad lodge and boutique hotel. The renovation used untreated spruce for reconstruction, featured bespoke furniture and interior details crafted by local artisans, and incorporated a gridded wooden screen. The original structure dates back to 1609 and is located in Austria's Alpine Lech region.
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Haus W, located in Austria's Alpine Lech region, was built in 1609 and is a traditional Walser house.
Hoteliers Gerold and Katia Schneider, who were also the project's architects...
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