Founded in 1998, Michael Tribus Architecture was established with a vision to create buildings that prioritize sustainability, beauty, and functionality. With a deep appreciation for the environment and a commitment to excellence, Michael Tribus founded the firm to bring his passion for architecture and design to life.
1998
Foundation
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2003
The first public Passive House worldwide
Michael Tribus and his young, highly qualified planning team have done pioneering work, including the renovation and expansion of EXPOST, a former state post office building, into an administrative building. This project marked the first renovation of a public building to become a certified Passive House worldwide.
Founded in 1998, Michael Tribus Architecture was established with a vision to create buildings that prioritize sustainability, beauty, and functionality. With a deep appreciation for the environment and a commitment to excellence, Michael Tribus founded the firm to bring his passion for architecture and design to life.
2006
Founded in 1998, Michael Tribus Architecture was established with a vision to create buildings that prioritize sustainability, beauty, and functionality. With a deep appreciation for the environment and a commitment to excellence, Michael Tribus founded the firm to bring his passion for architecture and design to life.
2014
Founded in 1998, Michael Tribus Architecture was established with a vision to create buildings that prioritize sustainability, beauty, and functionality. With a deep appreciation for the environment and a commitment to excellence, Michael Tribus founded the firm to bring his passion for architecture and design to life.
2019
Today, our firm has grown into a dynamic and innovative team of architects and designers, all working together to create exceptional buildings that inspire and delight. We take pride in our work, and we are dedicated to creating buildings that not only meet our clients' needs but also have a positive impact on the environment and the communities we serve.
Today
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Studio
May we present
The Team
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Michael Tribus was born on January 27th, 1967 in Meran, Italy and studied architecture at the University of Florence from 1986 to 1989. He then continued his studies at the Technical University of Vienna and spent 6 months studying architecture at the University in Glasgow, Scotland from January to July 1994. He received his university degree in Vienna in 1996 and his professional qualification in Venice in 1997. On August 4th, 1997, he was registered in the directory of architects in Bozen with the number 684.
Tribus has received numerous awards for his work as an architect. In 2002, he was awarded the Silver Targa Luigi Cosenza for his project "Haus Bonvicini" and also received the prize for a multifunctional piece of furniture called "Yin Yang - Every Coin Has Two Sides". In 2006, his project "Expost Bolzano" was selected for the Città di Oderzo Architecture Prize, and he also received an award for energy optimization in building renovation.
In 2007, Tribus was awarded for the "Best Climate House 2006" in the renovation category. In 2010, he won first prize in an ideas competition for the construction of a new office building for the Province of Parma. The Palazzo dell'Ambiente, dell'Agricoltura e dell'Innovazione, designed by him, was conceived in Passive House standard. In 2021, he was awarded the Passive House Award for the Research Center in the Sino-German-Ecopark in Qingdao, China.
Dr. Arch. Michael Tribus
Founder and CEO
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Michael Tribus was born on January 27th, 1967 in Meran, Italy and studied architecture at the University of Florence from 1986 to 1989. He then continued his studies at the Technical University of Vienna and spent 6 months studying architecture at the University in Glasgow, Scotland from January to July 1994. He received his university degree in Vienna in 1996 and his professional qualification in Venice in 1997. On August 4th, 1997, he was registered in the directory of architects in Bozen with the number 684.
Tribus has received numerous awards for his work as an architect. In 2002, he was awarded the Silver Targa Luigi Cosenza for his project "Haus Bonvicini" and also received the prize for a multifunctional piece of furniture called "Yin Yang - Every Coin Has Two Sides". In 2006, his project "Expost Bolzano" was selected for the Città di Oderzo Architecture Prize, and he also received an award for energy optimization in building renovation.
In 2007, Tribus was awarded for the "Best Climate House 2006" in the renovation category. In 2010, he won first prize in an ideas competition for the construction of a new office building for the Province of Parma. The Palazzo dell'Ambiente, dell'Agricoltura e dell'Innovazione, designed by him, was conceived in Passive House standard. In 2021, he was awarded the Passive House Award for the Research Center in the Sino-German-Ecopark in Qingdao, China.
Dr. Arch. Maria Pinamonti
Project Architect
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Michael Tribus was born on January 27th, 1967 in Meran, Italy and studied architecture at the University of Florence from 1986 to 1989. He then continued his studies at the Technical University of Vienna and spent 6 months studying architecture at the University in Glasgow, Scotland from January to July 1994. He received his university degree in Vienna in 1996 and his professional qualification in Venice in 1997. On August 4th, 1997, he was registered in the directory of architects in Bozen with the number 684.
Tribus has received numerous awards for his work as an architect. In 2002, he was awarded the Silver Targa Luigi Cosenza for his project "Haus Bonvicini" and also received the prize for a multifunctional piece of furniture called "Yin Yang - Every Coin Has Two Sides". In 2006, his project "Expost Bolzano" was selected for the Città di Oderzo Architecture Prize, and he also received an award for energy optimization in building renovation.
In 2007, Tribus was awarded for the "Best Climate House 2006" in the renovation category. In 2010, he won first prize in an ideas competition for the construction of a new office building for the Province of Parma. The Palazzo dell'Ambiente, dell'Agricoltura e dell'Innovazione, designed by him, was conceived in Passive House standard. In 2021, he was awarded the Passive House Award for the Research Center in the Sino-German-Ecopark in Qingdao, China.
Dr. Arch. Sara Corridori
Project Architect
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Michael Tribus was born on January 27th, 1967 in Meran, Italy and studied architecture at the University of Florence from 1986 to 1989. He then continued his studies at the Technical University of Vienna and spent 6 months studying architecture at the University in Glasgow, Scotland from January to July 1994. He received his university degree in Vienna in 1996 and his professional qualification in Venice in 1997. On August 4th, 1997, he was registered in the directory of architects in Bozen with the number 684.
Tribus has received numerous awards for his work as an architect. In 2002, he was awarded the Silver Targa Luigi Cosenza for his project "Haus Bonvicini" and also received the prize for a multifunctional piece of furniture called "Yin Yang - Every Coin Has Two Sides". In 2006, his project "Expost Bolzano" was selected for the Città di Oderzo Architecture Prize, and he also received an award for energy optimization in building renovation.
In 2007, Tribus was awarded for the "Best Climate House 2006" in the renovation category. In 2010, he won first prize in an ideas competition for the construction of a new office building for the Province of Parma. The Palazzo dell'Ambiente, dell'Agricoltura e dell'Innovazione, designed by him, was conceived in Passive House standard. In 2021, he was awarded the Passive House Award for the Research Center in the Sino-German-Ecopark in Qingdao, China.
Arch. Sofia Principi
Project Architect
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Michael Tribus was born on January 27th, 1967 in Meran, Italy and studied architecture at the University of Florence from 1986 to 1989. He then continued his studies at the Technical University of Vienna and spent 6 months studying architecture at the University in Glasgow, Scotland from January to July 1994. He received his university degree in Vienna in 1996 and his professional qualification in Venice in 1997. On August 4th, 1997, he was registered in the directory of architects in Bozen with the number 684.
Tribus has received numerous awards for his work as an architect. In 2002, he was awarded the Silver Targa Luigi Cosenza for his project "Haus Bonvicini" and also received the prize for a multifunctional piece of furniture called "Yin Yang - Every Coin Has Two Sides". In 2006, his project "Expost Bolzano" was selected for the Città di Oderzo Architecture Prize, and he also received an award for energy optimization in building renovation.
In 2007, Tribus was awarded for the "Best Climate House 2006" in the renovation category. In 2010, he won first prize in an ideas competition for the construction of a new office building for the Province of Parma. The Palazzo dell'Ambiente, dell'Agricoltura e dell'Innovazione, designed by him, was conceived in Passive House standard. In 2021, he was awarded the Passive House Award for the Research Center in the Sino-German-Ecopark in Qingdao, China.
Tommaso Minafra
Project Architect
We pursue very specific values
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Character
Quality
Simplicity
We believe that each project has it’s unique character, and it's our job to bring it to life.
Our homes are tailored to our clients' needs and preferences, while still retaining the key features that define Michael Tribus Architecture.
Quality is not just an ideal, it is a fundamental concept that drives everything we do.
We believe that quality is not just a measure of our work, but an expression of our passion for creating exceptional homes.
At Michael Tribus Architecture, we understand the importance of simplicity in our designs.
We believe that simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication, and strive to create homes that are elegant, timeless, and practical.
Thank you for taking the time to explore Michael Tribus Architecture.