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Nyon – Atelier Phi
High-quality contemporary design
Originally from parameters, Sophia restores old buildings in an
Germany, architect ecological and energy-efficient way with high-
Sophia Slingerland quality, natural materials while respecting their
opened her architec- original character, and working in accordance
tural firm, Atelier with the standards of durable development set
Phi, in 2009 in Nyon. out by Minergie®
An interior design
enthusiast, Sophia
then set up the
contemporary furniture company Atelier Phi-
i in July 2013. Her innovative approach is to
be found in her energy-efficient construction
ideas and also in her line of design furniture.
Thanks to an interest in sustainable building tech- Functional, contemporary and environmen-
niques, Sophia Slingerland developed the tally-sensitive furniture
concept of ‘passive’ construction in order to create With such a great idea, why stop here? July
houses without a traditional central heating sys- 2013 marked the launch of the brand Atelier
tem. This idea was inspired by the Passivhaus- Phi-i which focuses on contemporary furniture
Institut in Darmstadt. And what are the benefits? design. To Sophia Slingerland, sofas, tables,
They include an exacting and precise approach chairs and bookcases are just like pieces of
to construction, total structural impermeability, architecture, but on a smaller scale. Thanks to
a level of insulation that minimises energy loss her creative approach, materials like wood,
and a ventilation system integrated into a house metals and concrete are used in a way that
that is energy-neutral, comfortable in all seasons brings out their innate beauty, and these desi-
and a genuine pleasure to live in. Using these gns are executed by local artisanal craftsmen.
Sophia Slingerland offers decorative and
design solutions of every kind that cater to a
demanding, adventurous and design-aware
clientele. Chantal-Anne Jacot
Ateliers Phi SA
Av. Perdtemps 21 - 1260 Nyon
Tel : +41 (0)022 361 12 47
www.ateliers-phi.com
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