House on stilts with aluminum cladding

Maintenance-Free Roof
The entire architecturally captivating structure is "wrapped" in color-coated Prefa aluminum. Aluminum elements are used for both the roofing and the building façade. The lightweight and durable aluminum is ideal for use on very low-slope roofs, as in this case. Prefalz rolled sheet metal with a thickness of 0.7 mm was used, joined by double standing seams. The roof is not only waterproof and safe, but also, due to the properties of aluminum, color-stable and resistant to all weather conditions. The use of movable brackets also allows for hassle-free absorption of thermal length changes in the aluminum panels. Thus, such a roof is completely maintenance-free.

Profiled Facade
Vertically installed Prefa Sidings façade cladding provides this modern building with a timeless elegance, in addition to an innovative color shade marked P.10 light gray. The cladding also resembles vertical wooden siding. The fastening of aluminum elements is accomplished using a tongue-and-groove system. The corresponding starter and finishing profiles are either prefabricated or can be individually made from the same colored material. Professional connections to windows, building corners, and various transitions ensure lasting functionality. Rain-resistant façade details, such as built-in window sills, drip edge profiles for water drainage, and others, guarantee long-term protection. Sidings façade cladding can be selected from many standard colors and, upon request, in any RAL shade. The use of Sidings cladding saves a great deal of maintenance effort for many decades. The 40-year warranty on materials and color emphasizes the aspect of maintenance-free living.

Maintenance-Free Concept
From the western side, the shape of the building, with its partly sloping walls, resembles a ship. The terrace located in the upper third of the sloping northern façade partly represents an imaginary captain's bridge. Below the building, a space has emerged that is sheltered from the rain and is suitable not only for outdoor seating but also as a shaded retreat and a beautiful viewpoint in all directions of the garden. On the upper floor, there are three spacious bedrooms, each with a large open view of the garden. Panoramic windows, balconies, and a terrace offer year-round views of the nearby treetops.
The fact that the owner designed and planned his house from the ground up himself is as remarkable as the fact that he also undertook the construction oversight, including all logistical tasks. Thanks to his ten years of experience, he managed the complete preparation of the construction project in just six months. Given that modern maintenance-free aluminum elements from Prefa were used for both the roof and the building envelope, it is clear that he will enjoy an unobstructed view of the garden along with a functional and lasting solution for many years to come.