Peter Zumthor Biography

Peter Zumthor is an architect focused on making buildings speak their own language and resist the celebration of the inessential. He believes architecture should be a thoughtful response to the specific use, place, and society for which it is built. His works, such as the Thermal Baths at Vals, exemplify masterful use of materials and light to create atmospheric spaces. Zumthor emphasizes simple yet precise detailing that reinforces the building's overall experience.