A composition of public and private spaces discreetly distances the house from the street beneath a series of horizontal planes. By overlapping these planes, the interior space expands outward while maintaining a sense of enclosure. A massive cantilever over the porch extends three meters from its nearest structural support.
The entrance to the residence is not clearly defined. A fireplace separates the living room from the dining room, which opens to the billiard and game room above. The program includes a living room, kitchen, four bedrooms, and a service wing.
The bedrooms are laid out along a modular grid defined by the window mullions. The design features custom windows composed of clear and colored glass, typically depicting representations of nature. This strategy provides both natural light and privacy. There are 174 windows made of polished plate glass, cathedral glass, and copper-plated zinc cames. The deep eaves on the east and west facades, combined with the low ceilings, emphasize the house's long axis and direct views outward.
The cantilevers were calculated according to solar angles. In the summer, the midday sun reaches only the bottom of the facade, while during the spring and autumn months, sunlight penetrates to warm the residence.
The entire house is clad in Roman brick, with steel beams providing structural support solely for the cantilevered balcony. Horizontal lines, deep eaves, a warm interior with furniture designed by the architect, and a balance between public and private spaces.
This article was written by Igor Fracalossi. The translation is powered by AI.
