schweizerstil

Swedish

Swedish Villa Eolslund, constructed 1867, is an example of Swiss chalet style.

Norwegian Villa Fridheim constructed 1890–1892, midst the Belle Époque.

Etymology

Compound of schweizer- (“Swiss”) +‎ stil (“style”). First attested in 1866.

Noun

schweizerstil c

1. (architecture) Swiss chalet style; a style inspired by rural Swiss architecture.