Atrium courtyard

Architectural Concept As an integral part of the natural surroundings, Casa Oito presents itself. The essence of this project lies in the fluidity between nature and architecture, giving rise to the fundamental dialogue that allows for its creation. With a meticulous focus on the best use of materials to evoke the project's concept, the materials speak of intentional rusticity, with the use of raw stones anchoring the house. The wood that extends from the veranda reveals comfort as a focal point in the interior finishes. Light and shadow also shape the architecture through sculpted openings that integrate the built environment with the natural countryside, as evidenced by the inner courtyard with a garden, the windows and doors offering vi... More

This project is envisioned as a campus of tomorrow that embraces nature and human connections. Passive design strategies are holistically employed across different scales in response to the challenging tropical climate.     In relation to the overall planning and building form, most of the spaces around the campus are naturally ventilated so as to reduce on the use of energy and provide better wellness for the users. The building orientation is north-south axis to minimize direct heat gain. CHU YANG KENG The design embraced the challenges of the climate to create a variety of outdoor learning spaces that are sheltered from the elements and s... More

Deeply passionate about sustainable and low impact living, the owners of Sailor’s House had a singular vision; to create a contemporary home that produces enough renewable energy to achieve net zero carbon emissions. Brett Charles Photography The result is a beautifully crafted, unassuming, environmentally responsible building that blends into its setting next to a Grade II Listed church in a quiet coastal town. Brett Charles Photography All elements of the design concept, orientation and architectural detailing were influenced by the integration of sustainable building solutions, whilst also taking inspiration from the owners’ other passion for sailing and life on the water. The home needed to provide flexible space... More

Dino Maglie The project looks with a lot of attention the sorrounding city, made by abandoned spaces and buildings with a low quality. That's why the project's choise is the one of a not-dialog with the city, in order to get an architecture which discovers its-self in its inner spaces: a 12x12mt inner courtyard where all the spaces (living, kitchen, studio) can look. Dino Maglie More