Formafatal constructs the new twin villas from rammed earth as it rests on a jungled hillside within Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica and it is dubbed Achioté. It opens up to views of the Pacific Ocean with wide frameless glass detailing. The Achioté are two villas that are 95 square feet on a steel plot of the jungle and rests 300 meters over the seas.
Founder of the design studio Dagmar Štěpánová speaks about the homes. He states that "My intention was to design sustainable houses with biophilic interiors. The architecture of villas is deliberate with its thin and sharp lines in contrast to lush tropical vegetation, but the chosen materials and colors coincide perfectly with the surroundings."
Frameless Glass Twin Villas
Formafatal Designs the New Achioté Twin Villa in Costa Rica
Trend Themes
1. Rammed Earth Construction - Opportunities to disrupt traditional building materials and processes by using more sustainable and eco-friendly options like rammed earth.
2. Frameless Glass Construction - Innovation potential in the use of frameless glass detailing in architecture that enhances interior/exterior connectivity and provides breathtaking views.
3. Biophilic Interiors - Increasing demand for nature-inspired interiors that prioritize health and well-being, as well as provide a connection to the outdoors.
Industry Implications
1. Construction - Opportunities for construction companies to explore the use of sustainable and eco-friendly materials in building projects, as well as integrating biophilic design in traditional construction.
2. Architecture - Innovation potential for architects to incorporate frameless glass detailing and biophilic design in their projects, while using sustainable building materials to create unique and eco-friendly structures.
3. Hospitality - Potential for hotels and resorts to incorporate sustainable and eco-friendly design elements like rammed earth construction and biophilic interiors, while also providing guests with stunning views through frameless glass detailing.