Swiss Tradition Meets Italian Design

By Editorial Staff - 20 April 2026

Like mountaineering, mountain architecture demands respect for place, deep local knowledge, and an authentic relationship with the natural environment. This awareness informed the work of 20^th-century architects such as Gio Ponti, Mario Cereghini, Carlo Mollino, and Edoardo Gellner, who met the challenge and left a legacy of construction techniques and design sensibilities that continue to influence contemporary practice. La Vetta, a residential project, draws on this legacy – Mollino’s and Gellner’s in particular – and translates it into a contemporary design language that merges Slik Architekten’s architecture with Park’s interior design.

Edificio residenziale La Vetta © Nicola Colella, courtesy Park

Located in the heart of Andermatt, a charming Alpine village nestled among the main Swiss passes, La Vetta is an ideal base for nature lovers seeking both relaxation and outdoor activities. The region caters to a full range of winter sports, with the largest ski area in Central Switzerland, cross-country trails, hiking paths, and an ice-skating rink. Located near the St. Gotthard Pass and an hour from Lake Como, Andermatt is a cultural crossroads where Swiss tradition meets Italian design influence. The name La Vetta (the peak) signals both the site’s summit and the project’s design ambition. Inside, the apartments reflect this dual influence, combining Park’s Italian interiors with Slik Architekten’s Swiss architectural identity.

The complex includes 14 apartments and four penthouses, each with private loggias and views of the plaza and surrounding panorama. Arranged over six levels, the units have several layouts and are distinguished by three principal color palettes inspired by the local flora: Red Berries, Velvet Blue, and Sugar Gray. Materials, colors, and geometries engage the landscape in a harmonious dialogue, producing essential, intimate interiors. The extensive use of wood provides a smooth transition between spaces and gives each room a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Custom furnishings and curated materials prioritize both esthetics and performance, ensuring comfort and functionality. Several furniture pieces custom-designed by Park attest to craftsmanship, design research, and bespoke detailing.

Edificio residenziale La Vetta © Nicola Colella, courtesy Park

With double-height ceilings, large windows, and loggias offering unobstructed views of the Lepontine Alps, the penthouses further elevate this design language.

Park’s commission extended beyond the rooms to the common areas, where it created bright, village-facing communal spaces designed to promote well-being and social life. The spa (with a sauna and steam room), fitness area, yoga room, and dedicated ski- and bike-storage spaces make the building a luxury retreat in every sense.

La Vetta Residential Building | A feature of the lounge is the Falkland floor lamp, designed by Bruno Munari® in 1964 for Danese Milano (part of the Artemide group). The dining room features the screen print Quattro, la Pantera by Enzo Mari – also supplied by Danese Milano – from Serie della Natura, dated 1965. © Nicola Colella, courtesy of Park

La Vetta Residential Building | In the kitchen, using wood as the primary material gives the space a warm, welcoming atmosphere. © Nicola Colella, courtesy of Park

La Vetta Residential Building | © Nicola Colella, courtesy of Park

La Vetta Residential Building | Neutral tones, custom furnishings, and curated materials define the bedrooms. The design team planned them with meticulous attention to detail, while the craftsmanship was executed with exacting care. © Nicola Colella, courtesy of Park

La Vetta Residential Building | Private spas and saunas for guests transform the domestic spaces into a luxury retreat. © Nicola Colella, courtesy of Park

La Vetta Residential Building | Located in the heart of Andermatt, the complex comprises 14 apartments across six floors, plus four penthouses, each with private loggias and views of the plaza and surrounding panorama. © Nicola Colella, courtesy of Park

Location: Andermatt, Switzerland
Client: Andermatt Swiss Alps
Completion: 2024
Gross Floor Area: 2,500 m²
Architect: Slik Architekten
Interior Designer: Park
Main Contractor: Source Procurement

Consultants
Structural: suisseplan Ingenieure
Lighting: Voltaire Lighting Design
Mechanical, Plumbing and Systems Engineering: Bissig Zurfluh
Electrical: Elektrokonstrukt
Landscape: Uniola

Photography: Nicola Colella, courtesy of Park

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