Turato Architecture designed the 'Gumno House,' a gorgeous hilltop house located on Croatia's Krk Island. The home acquired its name because of its spot next to an existing "gumno," or stone plateau.
Because it's built on an incline, the Gumno House has access to beautiful views of both the sea and surrounding land. The architects decided to build on a stone platform that raises the home even higher, maximizing the views.
Inside, the home features a wine cellar that can also be used as a space for entertaining guests, a living room featuring floor-to-ceiling glazing and an elevated swimming pool that comes to a point. The interior of the home is divided into four separate wings.
Elevated Seascape Dwellings
This Hilltop House is Built Atop a Stone Platform
Trend Themes
1. Elevated Homes - Designing homes on raised platforms to maximize views and access to surrounding landscapes.
2. Floor-to-ceiling Glazing - Incorporating expansive windows in architectural designs to create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.
3. Multipurpose Spaces - Creating versatile areas within homes that can serve multiple functions, such as wine cellars that double as entertainment spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Opportunity for architects to create innovative designs that harmonize with the natural landscape and provide unique living experiences.
2. Construction - Demand for constructing elevated homes and implementing floor-to-ceiling glazing techniques to meet the growing market of homeowners seeking breathtaking views and seamless indoor-outdoor living.
3. Interior Design - Opportunity for interior designers to create functional and aesthetically pleasing multipurpose spaces within homes, catering to the needs and preferences of homeowners.