Architectural heritage with a contemporary approach
Visualization & graphics: Alessandro Banfi, Niccolò Brussa, Sebastiano Marini, Mina Nazmy, Ilaria Olivari, Sabrina Panero, Daria Passaro
Construction management: Caretta Weidmann Baumanagement AG
Local architect: hwa Architekten AG
Lighting designer: Metis Lighting
Structures: AFRY Schweiz AG
Electrical and building technology: R+B engineering AG
HVAC and plumbing: Amstein + Walthert AG
Building physics: KUSTER + PARTNER AG
Fire prevention: Brandabschnitt GmbH
Façade planner: Luchsinger & Partner GmbH
The six-story Serlas Wing extension of the world-renowned Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, has been conceived to offer unique and renovated guest experiences, and to establish harmonious relations with the local context. The inspiration for the design of the building is the unique location in the old village of St. Moritz, surrounded by the mountainous natural landscape, and infused by the spirit of the Hotel that originally opened in 1896.
Serlas Wing connects seamlessly with the neighboring buildings: the portico at the front of the building will continue in line with the surrounding building’s porticos, while also creating a new pedestrian path network, with a series of stairs and passages that improve walkability in this part of St. Moritz.
The building’s facade has been constructed using regional Dorato Valmalenco stone, dotted with deep, carved-in windows, and augmented by bronze details. The cantilevered wooden roof presents a forward-looking aesthetic, signaling a departure from tradition.
The new Serlas Wing guestrooms provide a welcoming environment: the color palette enhances and frames the panoramic views of the surroundings. The interiors and the material selection have been inspired by local traditions: all guestrooms feature oak wood, natural stone flooring and wool-fabric wall paneling.
