The design for the Buritis House project stems from a desire to maximize the visual connection with the Cerrado landscape while meeting the needs of a large family.
Located on a plot with a privileged view of a preservation area, the strategy was to fully explore the site’s potential and its natural constraints.
The L-shaped layout allowed for a clear organization of the program across two floors, promoting integration between indoor and outdoor spaces. This configuration also ensured privacy from neighboring lots by orienting all main openings toward the preservation area.
The ground floor houses the service and social areas, with large glass panels that enhance natural ventilation and lighting, while also reinforcing the connection between interior and exterior.
The upper floor is reserved for private spaces and was designed with more enclosed side facades to ensure privacy.
The architectural language is defined by material contrasts and a clear volumetric organization. The darker upper block appears to float above the glass planes of the ground floor. The vertical lines of the metal brise-soleil on the upper volume give the project a strong identity, while also controlling sunlight and ensuring thermal comfort.
The combination of fulget, wood, and metal elements explores the visual contrast between textures. The cold rigidity of metal contrasts with the rustic nature of fulget and the warmth of wood, creating a composition marked by balanced oppositions. This contrast emphasizes the reading of the volumes and reinforces the architectural identity of the house, which asserts itself on the site in a controlled manner without compromising its integration with the natural landscape.
