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Family in the Attic: "Climbing and Sliding is an Investment in Our Health"

From Der Standard · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Architect Erich Koller and artist Marion Potz have created a unique living space in a Vienna rooftop apartment, incorporating elements inspired by their travels.
  • A prominent feature is a slide, adapted from a venue in Guatemala, which they view as an investment in their health and well-being.
  • The couple prioritizes comfort and shade during hot weather, using repurposed construction netting for sun protection.

In Vienna's Stuwerviertel, architect Erich Koller and artist Marion Potz have transformed a rooftop space into a personal sanctuary. Their home reflects a blend of design ingenuity and a lifestyle that embraces unconventional elements, turning their living space into a distinctive retreat.

A standout feature of their home is a slide, a design element they encountered in a venue with a four-meter-high gallery in Guatemala. Koller and Potz have integrated this playful feature into their apartment, viewing the act of 'climbing and sliding' not just as recreation but as a deliberate investment in their physical health and overall well-being.

During hot weather, the couple opts for practical solutions to maintain a comfortable living environment. Instead of relying on air conditioning, they utilize discarded construction netting to provide essential shade, demonstrating a resourceful approach to climate control within their unique rooftop dwelling.

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Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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