Inside the VitraHaus
One of the highlights of my recent trip to Basel, Switzerland, was crossing the border to visit the Vitra campus in Weil-am-Rhein, Germany, about 25 minutes from Basel, and exploring the VitraHaus. The five-story structure looks like seven longhouses stacked one on top of each other, and it houses the entire Vitra collection. The best part: you're encouraged to take a seat and test out all the pieces.
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Sooo jealous! I would love to vist the VitraHaus...Vitra design and products are so inspirational. Great photos...thanks for sharing.
The VitraHaus is so cool. It looks like the structures were randomly placed on top of one another. But inside is the best.........I love all the vignettes and especially love the Marshmallow Sofa and the signature clocks!
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