Juan Solano Ojasi

Abeja Building / Martin Dulanto

February 24, 2024

Architects: Martin Dulanto
Area: 1683 m²
Year: 2019

Courtyards in Peruvian Houses: 10 Projects and their Floor Plans

January 25, 2023

With the exception of some areas, within the three principal regions of Peru--coastal, mountain, and rainforest--the climate is characterized as tropical or subtropical and the differences in summer and winter temperatures is minimal, rarely reaching beyond 15 °C and 27 °C. This mild climate has thinned the line between exterior and interior spaces, a fact evident in the region's architecture.

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How to Choose the Front Door of a House?

December 15, 2022

As much as walls, ceilings, and furniture pieces define the character and perception of an architectural project, doors play a critical role in building that style. Among all the doors used in houses, the front door is the first tangible element that homeowners and visitors will encounter, acting as the pivotal point where architecture greets the user. After all, first impressions are always important; and the entrance door is certainly one that can set the tone for the rest of the interior. However, choosing the right front door for a contemporary house can be difficult, especially with so many design possibilities. Therefore, before making that decision, it is crucial to know what those possibilities are – and how these can transform the front door into a design statement.

From Chile to Mexico: 30 Houses on the Coast of the Pacific Ocean

August 07, 2022

Is there only one way to inhabit the coast? The Pacific coast, the largest ocean on earth, is a vast territory with a great diversity of temperature, winds, and topography, among others. Consequently, it has a great variety of ecosystems, ranging from the freezing point near the poles, vast deserts and forests, to the hot tropical rainforest. Such majestic diversity is no stranger to architecture, responding to the different contexts in which it is placed. As a result, there is a great variety of architectural works, all of which share in framing the views of the sea.

The following list shows 30 residential projects along the Latin American Pacific coastline, revealing the diverse architectural approaches that exist along the coast.

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Designing with Nature: Peruvian Homes Built for the Outdoors

May 25, 2021

Almost 80% of South America is tropical land. In Peru, close to two-thirds is covered by the Amazon rainforest, more than in any other country. These landscape conditions give rise to unique living conditions, and in turn, shape Peru’s contemporary architecture. Today, new homes are built to embrace nature and create space for everyday life.

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Los Cóndores House / Riofrio Arquitectos

May 24, 2021

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Architects: Riofrio Arquitectos
Area: 212 m²
Year: 2019
Manufacturers: Hilite, VYE Ventanas y Estilos, Vainsa.
Professionals: VBC & Asociados SAC

Building Culture: New Architecture Reshaping Tradition in Peru

May 18, 2021

Peru is home to a wide range of new cultural architecture. Strongly tied to the country’s megadiverse geography, Peru’s modern projects reinterpret past building techniques. Taking inspiration from the vernacular and varied landscapes, these contemporary buildings arise from long traditions rooted in ancient cultures and civilizations.

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Hotel Holiday Inn Miraflores / POGGIONE + BIONDI ARQUITECTOS

April 06, 2021

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Architects: POGGIONE + BIONDI ARQUITECTOS
Area: 22360 m²
Year: 2019
Manufacturers: AutoDesk, Buildex, Hunter Douglas, Miyasato, UNICON

The Possibilities of Pigmented Concrete: 20 Buildings Infused With Color

February 22, 2021

When we think of concrete, the color gray generally comes to mind. The traditional mixture of concrete, which comprises cement, gravel, sand, and water may vary in color depending on elements and admixtures but naturally varies from light to dark gray. However, compounds that add pigment to the mixture are becoming increasingly prevalent and popular, as they infuse the concrete with hues more stable than paint. These shades result from the addition of oxides: yellow, red and their derivations (eg. brown) are obtained with the addition of iron oxide; chromium and cobalt oxide create the greens and blues, respectively. For black concrete, it is common to use black iron oxide and carbon oxide combined with pozzolanic cement.

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Peruvian Houses that Blur the Line Between Indoors and Outdoors

November 05, 2020

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Peru, with its varied geography and vast array of natural resources, renders an architectural style that makes itself one with the landscape. In the country's three principal terrains —coast, mountain, and rainforest— there is little variation in temperature and the climate can be defined as either tropical or subtropical.

House in La Quebrada / Metropolis

July 22, 2020

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Architects: Metropolis
Area: 2019 m²
Year: 2018
Manufacturers: AutoDesk, Decor Center, Miyasato, Trazzo Iluminación, Trimble, +1Vainsa.-1

Peruvian Houses with Wooden Pergolas: The Space Between Indoors and Landscape

February 12, 2020

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Occupying a substantial chunk of South America's central western landmass, Peru is a treasure trove of both landscapes and natural resources. Within its three regions--coastal, mountain, and rain forest--there is little variation in summer and winter temperatures and, except for its high mountain areas, its climate stays between tropical and subtropical. Thanks to the lack of weather extremes, outdoor activities--and the spaces in which to do them--are a principal factor in designing homes and other buildings. Pergolas and other semi-coverings make it possible to create or expand shaded areas, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors in the comfort of your home.