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Material Researcher

A materially focused role for someone who can connect research, prototyping, and atmosphere across projects rooted in craft and memory.

Atelier Peter Zumthor

Vals, Switzerland

research

in person

mid

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Role summary

Why this role is interesting

The material researcher supports case-study gathering, mock-up coordination, and material narrative development for the office’s current projects.

full time · in person · mid

Posted Fri Apr 03

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Requirements

Core expectations

  • A background in architecture, interiors, or material research.
  • Strong visual organization and comfort with hands-on prototyping.
  • A portfolio that demonstrates tactile judgment and material curiosity.

Responsibilities

What the role covers

  • Research material precedents, fabrication methods, and finish systems.
  • Coordinate mock-up studies and internal material reviews.
  • Support project teams with reference gathering and atmosphere-driven presentation material.

Related works

The bureau context behind the role

Work

Therme Vals

1996 · Vals, Graubunden, Switzerland

Thermal baths

Peter Zumthor

Work

Bruder Klaus Field Chapel

2007 · Mechernich, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Field chapel

Peter Zumthor

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Book

Thinking Architecture

Peter Zumthor · 2006

materiality · memory · craft

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