Roofs Detached from the Volume: Climate Control in 13 Brazilian Projects

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Shade and continuous ventilation are some of the benefits that an elevated roof can provide. This is a climate control strategy that provides cooling and combats humidity, which is why Brazilian architects often opt for this solution when dealing with the tropical climate.

Additionally, the strategy of "detaching" the roof from the building volume can also serve to enhance natural light in the interiors and frame different views of the outdoors. Therefore, we have gathered thirteen examples from Brazilian projects below to illustrate the functions of this strategy.

A.B.V. House / Andrade Morettin Arquitetos Associados

Jurumirim House / Nitsche Arquitetos

Avaré House / Sergio Sampaio Arquitetura + Planejamento

Campinarana House / Laurent Troost Architectures

Terra House / Bernardes Arquitetura

Monte House / Gávea Arquitetos

Toca do Urso Brewery / SuperLimão Studio

Waldorf Ecoara School / Shieh Arquitetos Associados

Cozinha do Carmo House / Rafael Perrone Arquitetos Associados

Alento House / Mariana Orsi Arquitetura + Design

Restaurant & Market in Monteiro Lobato / Metamoorfose Studio

Honey House / Estudio Flume

House in Salto de Pirapora / Vereda Arquitetos