Located on a plot of land bordering an environmental protection area, Casa Cajuí was built among several existing trees to take advantage of their shade and the views between the outdoor green areas and the preserved areas on the land. The shape of the house was defined by the existing natural features and allowed for a different typology to be explored, as the private and office areas are located in the foreground, close to the street, while the social areas are located at the back of the lot, slightly elevated to function as a viewpoint over the green area at the rear, while the covered outdoor living space becomes the central space of the house. This spatial organization helps to blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces and encourages a type of outdoor living.

In order to make the most of the wind and sun, the roof was designed as a large sloping concrete plane bent to follow the shape of the house. This sloping space ended up becoming a space used by residents to observe the stars or enjoy the house in a different way. In addition, the project incorporates the principle of passive sustainability, such as a system for collecting, storing, and reusing rainwater, ensuring the best environmental performance combined with forest preservation.

Team:

Architecture: Laurent Troost Architectures
Project Author: Laurent Troost
Team: Raquel Brasil, Mitzi Sa Motta, Mayara Reis, Ailyme Buriche
Structural and Complementary Design: Eng. Silvio Heimbecker
Construction: JCR Construções
Landscaping: Hana Eto Gall, Flora Eto
Photo credits: Susan Valentim
Model: Bareporanga
Video credits: Rodrigo Valle
Parkour athletes: Spiderpk, Keuri Jezrrel