QuarTierhof Höngg, Zürich

The project
The living area of the farmhouse was used as a apartment before the renovation, while the QuarTierhof was already active in the threshing floor. After the renovation, the living areas could be rebuilt for the association QuarTierhof to the extent that it was equipped according to the use by the association.

The construction
The existing building corresponds to the classical construction method, residential house in brick and barn in wood. This was also largely retained. Due to insufficient wood protection, various components and the entire horse stable had to be replaced.

The challenge
The supporting structure was rather tightly dimensioned during construction, which is why no additional superimposed loads were possible. Due to the low room heights, special solutions were also required to meet the fire protection requirements.