Peter Zumthor

Origins

Peter Zumthor is a Swiss architect known for his minimalist, timeless and experiential approach to architecture. His style is characterized by a strong emphasis on the sensory qualities of space and materials, creating intimate and atmospheric environments. Zumthor rose to fame in the 1990s with his iconic design of the Therme Vals in Switzerland, a thermal bath complex renowned for its harmony with the surrounding landscape and use of local stone.