Perched along a ridge near Capanna Bernasconi, this alpine refuge redefines the traditional bivouac through sustainable design and contemporary comfort. Elevated on precision pin foundations aligned to 3D terrain scans, it leaves no ecological footprint, blending elegantly into its fragile surroundings.
Its sculpted geometry deflects alpine winds and snow, forming a sheltered entryway. Internally, stepped platforms organize functional zones: an emergency vestibule with airlock, medical supplies, and adaptive lighting; sleeping areas featuring modular bunks, charging ports, and movable lights doubling as flashlights; and communal space offering modern comfort and essential amenities.
Fin-like lateral apertures balance insulation with natural illumination, and a panoramic front window maximizes passive solar gain and views. Integrated photovoltaic panels provide off-grid energy autonomy, enabling fully self-powered operation in remote alpine conditions.
Merging off-grid resilience, user comfort, and environmental respect, this bivouac represents a replicable, sustainable evolution in alpine shelter design.
