Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Residenza Castanea represents a new standard for sustainable mountain living. Developed by Artisa Group on behalf of San Bernardino Swiss Alps – the promoter of the San Bernadino revitalisation project – this exclusive residential project combines alpine authenticity with contemporary comfort, thoughtful architecture and energy-efficient design.
A Modern Vision for Alpine Living
Set for completion in 2025, Residenza Castanea offers 40 premium apartments surrounded by the natural beauty of San Bernardino, in the canton of Grisons, Switzerland. Designed for both short and long stays, each apartment reflects Artisa Group’s commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainable luxury.
The project forms a key part of the San Bernardino Alpine Apartments collection, which comprises five unique residences that together reinterpret the Alpine lifestyle for a new generation.
Natural materials, soft tones, and generous light define the interiors, while exteriors draw inspiration from traditional Swiss forms, adapted to today’s environmental and aesthetic standards.
Life Between Mountains and Modernity
Located in the Misox Valley, San Bernadino has long been known for its pristine landscapes, fresh mountain air, and access to both summer and winter sports. From hiking and mountain biking to skiing and snowshoeing, the region offers recreation year-round – making it an ideal destination for residents seeking balance between nature, wellbeing, and convenience.
Despite its serene setting, the village remains easily accessible, connecting quickly to urban centres across Switzerland and northern Italy.
Thoughtful Design and Everyday Comfort
Each apartment at Residenza Castanea has been carefully planned to optimise light, space, and functionality – with large windows framing alpine views and open layouts encouraging connection between kitchen, living, and dining areas. Private terraces and balconies invite residents to experience the outdoors year-round, while interiors combine tactile finishes with sustainable materials that stand the test of time.
Shared amenities – including a wellness and spa area, sauna, and ski and bike storage – complete the lifestyle offering, creating an environment where comfort and community coexist naturally.
Electrolux Group: A Partnership Built on Trust and Design Excellence
To complement the project’s architectural ambition, Artisa Group selected Electrolux Group as its exclusive appliance partner for Residenza Castanea. The decision reflects a shared commitment to sustainability, design integrity, and long-term reliability – values central to both organisations.
For a development where every detail matters – from architectural cohesion to day-to-day usability – Electrolux and AEG products were chosen for their premium design, energy-efficient performance, and intuitive technology, helping to create a unified aesthetic across all 40 residences.
The kitchen space features Electrolux Group appliances.
Electrolux’s comprehensive range of kitchen and laundry appliances provides residents with an elevated living experience – combining durability, precision, and quiet efficiency. Backed by a trusted Swiss distribution and service network, the partnership ensures reliable installation, ongoing support, and a unified aesthetic across all 40 residences.
Each apartment features an Electrolux CombiQuick® oven – where design meets functionality. A faster way to enjoy delicious meals, it combines hot air cooking with the speed of a microwave, to provide the optimal results of a conventional oven, but with the flexibility of a microwave – all in a single built-in appliance.
A built-in Electrolux CombiQuick® oven features in every apartment
A hand-picked selection of appliances from AEG also feature in the new residences. This includes the ColdSense fridge-freezer that rapidly returns to the correct temperature after door opening and closing, thanks to precise electronic sensors – preventing temperature shocks and reducing food waste.
The QuickSelect interface with Ecometer, as featured in the dishwasher in each apartment
The features of the built-in dishwasher, helps make environmentally smart choices easier, by automatically guiding the user to the most efficient program in terms of energy and water consumption.
The QuickSelect user interface features an Ecometer touch slider. The clear green bars gently encourage consumers to optimise their use of energy and water, by nudging them towards the most efficient program. All helping to save money and reduce their environmental footprint.
While the sleek hob with intelligent induction technology heats pans and the food in them quickly and efficiently – but nothing else! The surface round the pans stays cool, for a safer cooking environment for all residents.
Creating Sustainable Value in the Alps
Residenza Castanea exemplifies a growing shift in alpine development – where architecture, technology, and nature are brought into harmony. By integrating energy-efficient building principles with smart home technologies and sustainable materials, the project reinforces San Bernardino’s evolution into a forward-thinking destination for conscious living.
Through the partnership with Electrolux Group, Artisa Group ensures that sustainability extends beyond construction – to the daily rituals of cooking, cleaning, and living well. Each appliance choice contributes to the overall environmental performance of the residences, without compromising the sense of warmth and understated luxury that defines the development.
As San Bernardino continues to grow as a model for responsible mountain living, Residenza Castanea will stand as a testament to what can be achieved when design vision and technological innovation come together – with a shared respect for nature.
