All started with the client’s desire to create a villa inspired by a series of science fiction cult cinema. This is what makes this project so extraordinary, the possibility to rethink the way we see a house. Learning the philosophy behind a science fiction movie led us into a journey of self-development based on Chinese traditional Taoísm, to understand the way nature balances itself, to the nature of things.
As far as the limitations imposed on the project are concerned, this ends up being a direct result of the total freedom given by the client and the national and regional regulations imposed on construction in general.
Given the complexity of the architectural project, the solution chosen to meet the client’s budget was reinforced concrete with external thermal insulation, as it made it possible to solve various construction constraints. Using the same finish on all surfaces ensured uniform plasticity.
The tonic point was given by the textured and resplendent volume of the elevator, just after entering the house. After this focal point, there is the descending windows and skylights, which mark the harmonious relationship between the interior and exterior spaces. This space organizes all the interior paths of the dwelling.
On the other hand, this is a experimental project that revolutionizes the way domestic space is thought of. Inherent in this space is a diversity of uses, ranging from the home itself, to a movie set, an art gallery, a product launch party, among other infinite possibilities.
The best way for a building to be sustainable is for it to be able to last over time, while at the same time being able to adapt to the different uses it can be put to.
This building manages to do both.
Architecture | Houses - Built