In the Mühlviertel, with a view of the Pöstlingberg church, Martin Mühlböck designed a home for an artistic character. A home that integrates itself into the topography in its style and structure, and despite its volume, the impression remains as if it had always been there. The hierarchy of functions characterizes the height development in this project: the function - living, working, breathing - determines the dimensions here. The idea of local reference is also reflected in the preservation of the old trees, as is the path of users with the rhythm of the day, determined by the orientation of the building. This project answers the questions of living and working under one roof. The “bridge” forms the connection in-between: Its placement and lower level creates a deliberate transition and threshold. The staircase down to the basement (including a darkroom) is placed in such a way as to create a view from the hull of the “ship” to the trees, the main actors on the stage of the premises.

Wide expanses of glass and the nesting of the structure allow uninterrupted views in and out. This way, the old trees, each one having been preserved, are always in focus, allowing nature and structure to merge almost seamlessly. Despite this transparency of the outer shell and the homes inherent connection between inside and outside, a sense of security and privacy was created - which plays an essential role in the client's new surroundings as a counterpoint to his international profession. The combination of the down-to-earth Mühlviertel region as a location and the belle epoque as an inspiration creates a harmonious interplay.

The process was led by a holistic approach: The interior and exterior not to be seen as two different worlds, but should be thought of together from the start, which is reflected as a homogeneous end result. The house serves as a tribute to the artist and his work, and is an attempt to bring the artist's international style in art and music into the world of design and architecture. Similarly, the names of the different areas, as metaphors of a journey, allude to its cosmopolitan nature and also point to the history of the site. For example, the studio is in the hull of the “ship”, i.e. in the basement, which references the profession of the former owner of the property - he was a sailor. Similarly, the name of the “train station” for the living room and the entrance says it all: The defining architectural element are the pillars of the Frankfurt train station.

The access gate from Berlin, the door fittings of the entrance gate from Hamburg and the floor tiles from Barcelona make the internationality of the project tangible. The result is a daring mix of contemporary materials and playful historical details, which was only possible thanks to the client's openness to new ideas and experimentation. It is thanks to this close cooperation and the resulting organic project development that this journey of design could be undertaken together.