The family consists of a couple. He is a businessman in his 60s, and she is 45 years old and responsible for managing and organizing the family's daily routine. He has two children from a previous relationship, both married and with children of their own, while she has an 18-year-old daughter. The house was conceived primarily as a place to welcome and gather the family, disconnect from the outside world, and enjoy the present moment together with family members and close friends.
The house originally featured only three suites, with enclosed bathrooms. We expanded the construction to include a fourth suite and introduced skylights in all bathrooms to provide natural lighting. Another important intervention was the creation of an internal garden designed to bring the outdoors inside while still remaining open to the elements. The entire social living and lounge area was designed around this garden, placing nature at the center of the home and making it a key element of daily life. We also designed a dry sauna overlooking the century-old olive tree located in the internal garden and adapted the original layout accordingly.
The project involved an architectural expansion as well as interior design and furnishing. Adjustments were made to the original layout, including internal reconfiguration and adaptation of the spaces.
We were hired while the house was already under construction. Therefore, adaptations to the architectural project, infrastructure adjustments, revisions to utility systems, and modifications to technical points were required to make the proposed interior architecture project feasible and ensure its proper execution.
The clients wanted a countryside home that would evoke the atmosphere of a mountain retreat while also feeling contemporary and organic in its textures. The design was conceived to encourage family interaction while providing opportunities to contemplate both the surrounding landscape and nature.
The main challenge was the location. Since the house is situated in a small mountain town in the countryside, local construction resources and services are limited. Coordinating suppliers, logistics, and vendor support therefore became one of the project's greatest challenges.
Natural wood is the project's primary material and serves as the foundation of the design. It is featured in the custom millwork and flooring, combined with organic stone surfaces and natural textiles to create an immersive and welcoming atmosphere. Every material was carefully selected to surround the clients with a sense of comfort and establish a strong connection with nature.
The century-old olive tree located at the heart of the residence is undoubtedly the project's most significant element. More than a landscaping feature, it serves as the conceptual and architectural centerpiece around which the entire house was designed. Positioned within the internal courtyard, the tree establishes a permanent connection between architecture, nature, and the passage of time, becoming a living symbol of the home's philosophy.
A contemporary countryside retreat in Rancho Queimado that transforms architecture into an experience of slowing down, contemplation, and well-being.
Amid the rolling landscapes of the mountains of Santa Catarina, within the Terramília residential community in Rancho Queimado, stands Rancho 106. More than a country home, this project designed by Granatti Studio offers a reflection on the way we inhabit time, nature, and everyday rituals.
In an era defined by speed, hyperconnectivity, and the constant pursuit of productivity, the house emerges as a quiet counterpoint. A place where time slows down, where the landscape once again becomes central to the experience, and where architecture serves as a tool to reconnect people with what truly matters.
The project is based on a simple yet profound principle: rather than being designed to occupy the landscape, the house was conceived to listen to it.
Large glass surfaces dissolve the boundaries between indoors and outdoors, allowing natural light, changing weather conditions, and the passing seasons to actively participate in everyday life.
At the center of the residence, the century-old olive tree becomes the founding element of the architecture. Organized around an internal courtyard, the house establishes a continuous dialogue with the surrounding nature, creating a contemplative space that visually connects all social and private areas. More than an architectural feature, the courtyard serves as a constant reminder of time, life, and natural transformation.
The material palette reinforces this intention. Natural wood, raw stone, natural fiber textiles, leather, handcrafted ceramics, and organic elements create an atmosphere of warmth and well-being. Every material was selected not only for its aesthetic qualities but also for its ability to age gracefully, acquiring character and memory over time.
The interiors follow a philosophy of quiet luxury, where sophistication is expressed not through excess but through authenticity. A neutral palette, natural textures, and the constant presence of daylight create serene environments that encourage rest, contemplation, and well-being.
The social areas were conceived as the heart of family life. The living room, wine cellar, dining area, kitchen, and internal garden flow seamlessly into one another, encouraging gatherings, long meals, conversations around the fireplace, and shared moments among family and friends. At the same time, the house offers spaces for introspection and retreat, allowing each resident to find their own rhythm.
Throughout the project, the architecture moves away from the traditional concept of the Brazilian country house and approaches a contemporary interpretation of great international retreats. Rustic aesthetics give way to refined details, precise materiality, and the creation of an emotional atmosphere that celebrates the small rituals of everyday life.
Walking barefoot. Watching sunlight filter through a linen curtain. Preparing a meal without haste. Sitting quietly before the landscape. Working while connected to nature. Sharing moments of silence.
At Rancho 106, architecture does not seek to be the protagonist. Its role is to create the conditions for life to unfold in a more human, conscious, and sensitive way.
More than a house, the project proposes a new relationship with time.
An architecture designed to slow down.
Team:
Architects: Granatti Studio
Photographer: Fernando Fiorentin
Materials Used:
Galeria Haiko – Wood Flooring
Galeria Helena Neckel – Artwork
Conceito Luz – Lighting
Loja 4 Elementos – Loose Furniture
Artefacto – Loose Furniture
Ornare – Custom Millwork
Oriente-se Tapetes – Rugs
Spengler – Curtains
DS Contemporânea – Decorative Objects
Portobello – Porcelain Tiles
La Cava – Climate-Controlled Wine Cellar
Residual – Natural Wood
Árvores Hara – Olive Tree
Kohler – Faucets and Fixtures
MK Som e Imagem – Home Automation and Audio Systems
Flamingo – Bed and Bath Linens
Wahi – Table Linens and Tableware Accessories
Imeril Churrasqueiras – Barbecue Equipment
Espaço Gourmet – Bertazzoni Appliances
VidroFort – Glass and Mirrors
