Owning a contemporary house in the forest is both a challenge and a bless. You enjoy the natural landscape all day long, but you have to deal with a harsh climate and an overwhelming feeling of isolation as well. Realized by Libeskind Llovet Arquitetos, the residence below is located next to the river Paraibuna, in São Paulo. ‘Paying attention to the environment, the project aims a minimal impact on the preserved site’, explained the architects. Designed like a concrete pavilion with large glass panes that separate the building areas, the summer house is placed on a deck. The concept was quite simple: the owners (a family with two children) wanted a generous social area with living room, kitchen, terrace and 4 bedrooms. Modern or ‘industrial’ mixed materials such as concrete, vinyl, and glass are used extensively throughout the home.
The pavilion like structure is common for a contemporary house.
A terrace with a pool table for entertainment. Amazing views towards the lake make the scenery lovely.
Kitchen and dining are both elegant and minimalist in this contemporary house.
Large windows assure a smooth connection between interior and exterior.
A totally transparent wall