2019

Room of Silence, Alterszentrum Trotte, Zurich

A Retreat to Fantastic Worlds

Together with the artist Sabian Baumann, we have transformed what was once just a windowless room into a place of surprising expansiveness. His work Shades of Blue, lines applied with pencil directly to the wall, open onto several fantastic, surrealistic dream landscapes. The playful form of the window openings inspired the design of the bases of the floor lamps and occasional tables. The furnishings are complemented by Semper chairs by Horenglarus. The lacquered ash contrasts with the midnight blue of the carpet and brings a warm note to the space. The ensemble exudes an atmosphere of serene delight. 

Client: Stadt Zürich, Amt für Hochbauten
Concept: Sabian Baumann and Frédéric Dedelley
Wall design: Sabian Baumann
Woodwork:  Kunstbetrieb AG, Münchenstein
Lampshades: Licht & Kunst Leimbacher, Othmarsingen
Photos: Yvon Baumann, Zürich