Marcello’s House by Ctrl+Z and NoSoloPaja is located in the heart of Seville and Massanes Spain. This stunning architecture piece defies convention with its geometric framing details that are created using a series of complex mathematical configurations.
Focusing on the use of natural resources, this low-tech project promotes self-construction and the use of accessible and local materials. Marcello’s House is the result of wooden geodesic dome research and 1960s design inspirations. Though visually complex, this structure employed a simple and inexpensive building process that featured pre-made modules that were pieced together much like the elements of a large 3D puzzle.
This project was built to house a family's need for additional rooms within their home. After one week of building, the home is a modern translation of traditional igloo constructions.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Geometric Framing
- Opportunity for innovative construction methods using complex mathematical configurations for framing structures.
- Self-construction
- Potential for promoting self-construction and DIY projects with accessible and local materials.
- Wooden Geodesic Domes
- Possibility of utilizing wooden geodesic domes as a sustainable and low-cost housing solution.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- Architecture firms can explore innovative techniques for using complex mathematical configurations in framing structures.
- Construction
- Construction companies have an opportunity to promote self-construction and DIY projects using accessible and local materials.
- Housing
- Housing industry can consider implementing wooden geodesic domes as a sustainable and cost-effective housing solution.
