This land is mostly flat, surrounded by a small slope on three sides. Its greatest value is its natural character, resulting from the biome of tall pine trees. One of the main requirements of the investor was to preserve as many of these mature trees as possible, which led to the positioning of the house so that the gable of the house formed a continuity with one of these beautiful trees. The house is positioned on the plot to face southwest and to have a wonderful view of the surrounding landscape.
The first volume is a cube with a flat roof, positioned with its longer side facing the view. This cube is then intersected by a volume with a gable roof, oriented towards the view. In the mezzanine-level open living room with a view of the roof structure, a mezzanine floor is inserted, housing a library and storage space.
The intersection of volumes is also reflected in the layout and zoning. The central part with the gable roof contains the living room, dining area, and kitchenette. The central part divides the rest of the layout into a more private zone for the owners with a bedroom, dressing room, and bathroom, and a technical zone with the house entrance and two additional rooms.
The size of the window brings interesting light into the interior and wonderful views of the surrounding landscape. The predominant material is wood, which helps the natural feel. The light plaster also plays a key role, complemented by dark elements in the kitchen and the eye-catching concrete, which brings a modern touch to the overall design.
The exterior of the building is designed in accordance with the principles of respect for the surroundings and local nature. The pine grove on the property highlights the need for drought-tolerant plant species. The client’s request was to establish a modern, minimalist garden. Even so, the pathways are made of natural stone to better blend with the context of the land. Modern elements in the garden are concentrated primarily around the pool and sunken seating area.
