Wooden houses with modern architecture

World renowned Swiss architect Peter Zumthor has designed these two neighboring wooden houses built on a hillside in the picturesque mountain village of Vals Leis community of Canton Graubunden. 

The village is located at 1,500 meters above sea level in a valley between mountain ranges.

Both houses are called Oberhus and Unterhus, following the logic of their situation.

Is currently under construction and a third house that will bear the name Turmlihus - after the completion , this wonderful wooden trio will  grab the attention of all the guests in the little village.

In addition to its wooden facades,the houses impress with its strong vertical presence in the background of the beautiful mountain scenery.

Namely beauty of the surrounding panorama causes the design of large windows that provide direct contact with breathtaking views.