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Project • By JSARQ • Private Houses

Casa MAD

Casa MAD is a two-story residence in Costa Rica. It was conceived as a dialogue between architecture and the natural landscape. Rather than imposing itself on the site, the design embraces the existing trees, allowing the built form to adapt organically to their presence. The house unfolds around a sequence of internal, lateral, and frontal courtyards that bring light and ventilation into every space, creating an intimate relationship between interior life and the surrounding vegetation. Each courtyard becomes a pause — a moment where architecture and nature meet in quiet equilibrium. Alvaro Fonseca Alvaro Fonseca A distinctive rotated and cantilevered volume projects toward the horizon, framing the spectacular views of the... More

Project • By Latitud 10 Architecture • Private Houses

Valley view Residence

 Located in the picturesque canton of Grecia, Costa Rica, Residencia Vista del Valle is an architectural design project that perfectly reflects the fusion between international contemporary aesthetics and the natural surroundings of the Central Valley. This project has been carefully designed under our contextual design approach, which considers the project’s environment to maximize the spectacular views of the valley, offering its residents a constant connection with the surrounding landscape. On the Spot On the Spot On the Spot On the Spot Following an international contemporary architectural style, the residence features high-quality finishes in wood and natural stone, creating a harmonious contrast that b... More

Project • By ICESA • Private Houses

Butterfly House

 Set in the tranquil mountains of Bahía Ballena, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, the Frowein Residence, known as the Butterfly House, is a distinctive cruciform design that harmonizes architecture and its natural surroundings. Each wing of the cross-shaped layout is carefully oriented to frame unique views: the Pacific Ocean, protected mountain landscapes, rural pastures, and the property’s lush greenery. These orientations create a dynamic living experience, where the environment becomes an integral part of the home. Louis Lemaire Caption Sebastian Alfaro Fuscaldo Caption Caption The slim profile of each wing allows for dual-sided views and leads to four interstitial courtyards, each with its own ch... More