Architects: NRJA
Location: Langstini, District of Riga, Latvia
Project team: Uldis Luksevics, Martins Rusins
Structural engineer: Aigars Fridrihsons
General contractor: Abi Buve
Plot area: 1,530 sqm
House area: 335.4 sqm
Project year: 2007
Photographs: NRJA
Building consists of two independent residential premises, based on reinforced concrete piles, forming covered external spaces.
First floor is a connecting space for entrance zone and rooms of common use.
The way these spaces are connected allows creating individual living environment and maximum isolation with a view to Langstini Lake.
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- first floor plan
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I think it’s great to see examples of (moderately) economical land use.
[Archdaily, I don't want to see ridiculously expensive, bloated single family houses on huge tracts of land!]
Looking at the layout of a single house, I think the architecture is fairly unremarkable, bordering on boring. But when put together, splayed and elevated the ensemble starts to get some sense of play and delight.
Painting the building red and photographing it in the snow was also a good move. It looks lovely.
I would like to see some interior shots though. I suspect it might be a tad dull, as the planning suggests….
I second that comment! It is absolutely critical to design affordable works of great architectural and design, so it can be enjoyed and taken advantage of in greater numbers. Personally, I find it very interesting to see economical designs that are modern, sustainable, green, and functional. Designs should adapt to the environment, complement them, etc, etc… McMansions and huge castles are ideas in another era that do not fit in our current world. You can be small, functional, green, modern, and unique at the same time–doesn’t have to be a choice.
Seriously get the feeling that you use the AD comment board to promote your practice?
Easy understandable idea, clear and professional. It is cheap, it’s not a pite destroy this house after 50 yeas and build something new… And, it is fashionable now!
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I love the 2nd floor living idea it makes for great views and keeps things private.
I love much! I want the pho ,thanks.
INCREDIBLE , AMAZING AND SURPRISING THE PLACE, EXCELLENT THE CONTRAST OF THE WORK WITH THE PLACE…. MY ONLY CRITIQUE IS ………….THAT SPENDS BETWEEN THE AXES (AXLES) FIVE and SIX?
It is red …