Original featureFacha Architekti adds "deliberately distinct" red extension to former-pigsty homeDezeen · 11 October 2026 →

Context and Concept

Located in the central Příbram region of the Czech Republic, the property began its life as an agricultural pigsty before its initial conversion into a residential dwelling. The latest architectural intervention by Facha Architekti addresses the need for expanded family living space while engaging directly with the vernacular architecture of the surrounding countryside.

Rather than attempting to mimic the existing masonry or historic agricultural forms, the practice chose a contemporary intervention. The resulting structure presents itself as a deliberate juxtaposition of old and new, establishing a clear architectural dialogue between the heavy historic fabric and lightweight modern construction.

Materials and Structure

The defining feature of the 26-metre addition is its cladding of red corrugated metal. This industrial material offers a stark chromatic and textural contrast against the weathered tones of the original building and the surrounding landscape.

Practical enhancements accompany the striking facade treatment. The extension integrates new seating steps and a timber larch terrace, which collectively anchor the expanded footprint into the sloping site and improve the physical transition from interior rooms to the open garden.

Performance and Lifestyle

For contemporary property owners, expanding historic footprints often involves balancing heritage constraints with modern demands for light and fluidity. The intervention successfully reconfigures how the home performs day-to-day, optimising interior flow and daylight penetration.

The integration of external terraces and graded seating creates versatile zones for outdoor living during warmer months, elevating the property’s utility beyond its modest original dimensions.

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