Since the 1990s this small province has been attracting considerable attention amongst the European architectural community. A concentration on sustainable building has also given Vorarlberg’s architects a competitive edge in the world of construction. Economic use of natural resources and simple structure and layout characterise these contemporary buildings, yet they retain a strong link with tradition. Conscious use of building materials available locally is evident in traditional Bregenzerwald houses and is still common practice. Accomplished use of wood as a construction material never fails to impress the numerous architects who come to visit. You can put together a personal web tour of buildings that interest you or book a guide for personal tour of the area's impressive accomplishments.
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Vorarlberg, Austria’s westernmost province, is striking for its many structures with timber construction. The architecture is simple, natural and sustainable, traditional and cosmopolitan all at once – like the people who live here. Join us on a tour of Vorarlberg’s building culture and mentality.
An Architectural Round Trip of Vorarlberg