Italian architecture company Studio Andrew Trotter designs the new Casa Maiora which is located in Puglia, Italy. It has an earthy tonal palette and is made from sandstone that is locally sourced. It sits on top of an elevated site and the house is inspired by the colors and shapes of villas along the Puglia coast.
"We looked to the villas of the coast, with their grand colonnades, and the walls that were painted with an earthy tone using lime wash made by a local artisan," Trotter explains to Dezeen. He continues on the foundation of the design, noting that "As the house was on the highest part of the land, we built retaining walls, to create a courtyard for the entry, parking hidden behind the wall, and a terraced garden around a pool."
Image Credit: Studio Andrew Trotter
What's Driving This Trend
- Earthy Tonal Design
- Design earthy-toned buildings with materials that reflect the natural surroundings and regional culture.
- Local Sourcing
- Source building materials locally while emphasizing sustainability and regional culture.
- Elevated Architecture
- Incorporate elevation into building designs by utilizing retaining walls and incorporating terrace gardens and pools.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- Architecture firms can utilize local building materials and incorporate regional culture into their designs for a more sustainable and authentic approach to architectural design.
- Construction Materials
- Construction material manufacturers can focus on locally sourced materials that reflect regional culture to provide more options for architects and builders who want to showcase authentic design in their projects.
- Landscaping
- Landscaping companies can provide unique and sustainable approaches to building gardens and terrace pools around elevated architecture designs.
