The living area of one chalet became the so-called Think forum, dedicated to reflection and conversation. Kr conceived an open circular hearth crowned by a metal hood that pulls the eye toward the sky, its asymmetrical conical form encouraging ideas to flow in different directions. Growing up in Burkina Faso, he recalls, there was no electricity. On a cold night you would surround the fire. This is where stories get told. That was my visiona place for the community of the house to gather. For the other chalets living area, meanwhile, he designed a staircase inspired by a baobab tree, a symbol, Mimran notes, of wisdom and safety.Baol Print Handwoven Cotton by Assa DioneTaken as a whole, the project incorporates the vision of countless global talents. The London-based design firm Muza Lab decorated interiors; French lighting maestro Herv Descottes calibrated the rooms consistently exquisite glow; and AD100 landscape architect Sara Zewde reimagined the grounds with native plants and concrete walls that evoke Saharan mineral deposits. Other commissions include chairs by Yinka Ilori, fabrics by Aissa Dione, and chandeliers by Ini Archibong, who made a monumental fixture to cascade down one stairwell. Joining that mix are site-specific artworks by the likes of Billie Zangewa, Esther Mahlangu, and Rashid Johnson. And theres more on the way, with ambitions for an artist residency dubbed Createa fourth conceptual pillarslated for a third chalet on the property.A panoply of perspectives, of course, was always the intentionto bring people together, excite their minds, and see what breakthroughs come. Reflecting on the team effort, Mimran says, everyone was out of their comfort zone. We gave everyone permission to fail but also to dream big. Check your egos, in other words, at the chalets doors. Says Kr: In debate we create harmony.A nest sculpture by Porky Hefer, in collaboration with Ousmane Mbaye, Doulsy, and Ali Mbaye, stands in a play area.Binary Fission, 2023 by Porky HeferOgn Table LampMimran (left) and Kr stand by a living rooms staircase, whose organic form was modeled after a Baobab tree.This house in the Swiss Alps covers ADs January issue. Never miss a story when you subscribe to AD.