Editorial – Altus Home Winter 2025
“The mountains offer man everything that modern society forgets to give him,” Boris Vian.
The allure of altitude has never been stronger, never more captivating. The mountains, a last bastion of freedom, offer an escape from the frenetic pace of daily life. Nature reveals itself in all its strength, inviting humility and authenticity. This is also what makes the mountains a haven for reunions and connections.
For some, it’s a return to cherished childhood memories in a family chalet or their favorite ski resort, a place of grounding. For all, it’s a quest for the unforgettable—those precious moments that can only be experienced at altitude. The mountains are a muse, inspiring architects and interior designers.
Their contours, hues, and textures fuel creativity, driving bold designs and innovative layouts. This unique environment encourages daring choices and reimagined applications for traditional materials. It’s a path toward innovation and the winds of change.
From this positive energy emerge new projects, fresh inspirations, and novel approaches to rethinking mountain living. Interactions between homeowners, architects, and industry professionals pave the way for unexplored avenues, gradually shaping a new vision of mountain spaces. A vibrant mountain, true to its roots yet forward-looking, comes alive.
Roland Claude Durand-Terrasson
Director of Editions
TENDANCES
My Beautiful Fir Tree
Deep and rejuvenating, green continues to reinvent itself, making its way into our interiors this winter, adding character to living spaces. Organic shades like fir green or moss green take center stage for 2025, perfectly complementing natural materials such as wood. A powerful hue that commands dominance in a room, green tolerates little competition from other colors. The key is to embrace simplicity by pairing it with neutral tones or just a few touches of ochre or terra cotta.
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Creative Rugs
An essential accessory, the rug has increasingly become a favored medium for creators, transforming it into a true art piece. This playful stylistic exercise draws inspiration from ancestral craftsmanship. In terms of material and thickness, quality and technique, texture, shape, and color, this flat surface offers exceptional diversity. Renowned houses enhance their image through fruitful collaborations with prominent figures and emerging design talents. Now more than ever, the rug asserts itself as the centerpiece of successful décor.
Design
A HOME OFFICE
Working from home has become a common practice. So much so that the home office now finds its place in all types of interiors, with multiple solutions tailored to each space and individual preferences.
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From Shadow to Light
Intangible yet playing a crucial role in a room’s ambiance, lighting is a topic that captivates interior designers. A subtle and complex art that, when mastered, unveils new luminous possibilities.
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WOOD, REIMAGINED
A natural and timeless material, wood reigns supreme in interior design. Far from its traditional uses, the craftsmanship of carpenters allows it to shine by unleashing its creative potential. To explore this, we followed Yvan Martinod, head of the Martinod Group, on his latest projects.
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Tribune
TOMORROW, MOUNTAIN ARCHITECTURE
The Alps are young, and their future is bright. Yet, their majestic vertical landscapes, which erode here and there, are prompting a new societal debate.
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