Some Place Studio has completed a guest quarter for the medieval Neuhaus Castle, near Vienna. Acquired as a ruin, the historic site has been gradually restored by a local family over decades. The recent addition is inspired by local architecture and materiality, with an intricate interior layout and custom-built furniture. Blending vernacular and contemporary design elements the renovation makes the castle suitable for modern use while honoring its rich history. The renovation avoids the opulence of baroque and ornate Habsburg styles in favor of a refined, understated look that emphasizes high-quality craftsmanship and materials. The arches and ovals, prevalent in the original castle and the surrounding local baroque architecture, are reinterpreted as defining spatial elements in the renovation.
Team: Nilhan Tezer, Cameron Lintott
Client: Private
Completion Year: 2024
Gross Built Area: 104 m2
Project location: Lower Austria
Photo credits: Lisa Edi