In a consolidated neighborhood, it's not easy to find an empty plot of land. The clients of this project had been searching for a while for an opportunity to build their home in this residential area. The land they found was perfectly located but smaller than what they needed for their ideal program.

This condition led us to think that the best strategy to free up space and comply with regulatory constraints was to design a compact three-level volume. The first level is entirely underground and houses living spaces, a study, and the owner's office with ventilation and natural light provided through atriums.

The second level, at ground level, provides access and connects the social spaces of the house, including the kitchen and service area. Finally, the third level houses the private areas, with all the bedrooms of the house.

The volume is constructed using a single material, exposed concrete with formwork imprinted with 4" pine boards, which is expressed on all exterior surfaces. The completely orthogonal structure is interrupted only by a concrete tab that rises to indicate the entrance and protect it from the sun and rain. Other materials, such as stone, contribute to contrast and durability over time and trends.

The use of blinds on the east and west facades allows for privacy control and solar radiation. In contrast and to appeal to the senses, the interior predominantly features wood as flooring and cladding, enhancing acoustics and the domestic atmosphere.