The thoughtful layout arrangement of this modern Brazilian house is definitely striking. Local firm Una Arquitetos distributes the plan of the dwelling across three concrete volumes, incorporating a rooftop garden and a "snaking pool" into the mix.
The biggest obstacle for the architecture firm was configuring a functional familial residence on a sloped landscape. The property takes up 2,600 square meters of space and when distributing the components of the modern Brazilian house, Una Arquitetos was definitely mindful of its limitations.
The three volumes of the building are set at different levels, while the open concept of the layout facilitates a fluid dynamic and the large windows allow light in. Una Arquitetos uses the grassy roof to ultimately unify the separate components.
Photo Credits: Nelson Kon, Bebete Viegas
What's Driving This Trend
- Green-roofed Modern Brazilian Houses
- Opportunity for integrating sustainable design elements, such as rooftop gardens, into modern architectural practices.
- Thoughtful Layout Arrangement
- Potential for developing innovative layout solutions for challenging landscapes, optimizing space usage and functionality.
- Fluid Open Concept Design
- Chance to create more dynamic and flexible interior spaces through the use of open layout concepts and large windows.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture and Design
- Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in incorporating sustainable and functional design elements into residential and commercial projects.
- Landscaping and Urban Greening
- Potential for integrating green roofs and rooftop gardens as a sustainable urban solution, adding value to buildings and improving the environment.
- Construction and Engineering
- Opportunity to develop innovative construction techniques and materials that optimize space usage and enable the realization of unique architectural designs.
