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Project • By ESTÚDIO 41 ArquiteturaPrivate Houses

GUARATUBA HOUSE

Located in a quiet seaside district known as Prainha, in Guaratuba - Brazil, this residence responds dynamically over time. Folding brise-soleils provide control over natural lighting, reducing solar exposure on the glass surfaces and opening completely once the sun no longer reaches the façade, revealing views of the lush surroundings. Eron Costin Eron Costin Eron Costin Eron Costin Eron Costin The conception of a very simple and easily executable construction system reflects a concern for the realities of the local workforce. In this sense, the prefabricated structural system consists of six columns, four beams, and twenty “π” (pi)-shaped slabs, which also function as high windows within the... More

Project • By FCstudioHotels

Tekoá Cabins

Tekoá Cabins emerge from the search for an architecture capable of reconnecting people with the landscape, with time, and with the essence of dwelling. Inspired by the Guarani word tekoá, meaning "the place where life happens", the project proposes a contemporary way of living in harmony with nature, transforming architecture into an extension of the territory itself. Located in the mountains of Gonçalves, in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, a region renowned for its dramatic landscapes, valleys, forests, and rugged terrain, Tekoá Cabins are delicately integrated into the natural topography. The project preserves existing vegetation and allows natural light, distant horizons, and seasonal transformations to... More

Project • By PM ArchitectesPrivate Houses

Cabin in Chamonix

At the request of long time clients, we designed and supervised the construction of a new cabin in the Chamonix valley. The site is located within a residential compound built in the 50’s. A cabin dating from the original master plan was on the lot. The location benefits from sweeping and stunning views over the Mont Blanc skyline. This majestic view was the starting point of the design. Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire Pascal Tournaire  After a first programmatic study, it quickly became clear that the existing cabin was not suited for its new use. Thermal constraints and the project’s goals didn’t justify a remodeling of the existing... More

Project • By EMANUELE SCARAMELLINI ARCHITETTOPrivate Houses

Casa a Lottano

Located in the small alpine village of Lottano, «Casa a Lottano” stands as an experiment in returning to inhabiting uninhabited cores.The entire intervention is based on a respectful relationship with the existing.Of the existing rustic house the stone perimeter walls are retained, its load-bearing function is maintained. Marcello Mariana Photographer Marcello Mariana Photographer Marcello Mariana Photographer Marcello Mariana Photographer Marcello Mariana Photographer A metal skeleton is installed inside to replace the old wooden one, which was irreparably damaged. The adjacent stone volume, posthumous and now reduced to rubble, is rebuilt maintaining the original volumetry but presenting itself with a... More