Project size: 330 sf
Program: The client, a writer, wanted a place to rest and recharge that was separate from his work space.
Location: Itaipava, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Solution: The architects envisioned the house as a protective haven—akin to a cave—from which the client would emerge rested and inspired. A rectangular volume defined by the site’s small buildable area, the house’s cozy interior—the floor and ceiling is sheathed in wood— includes a bedroom, bathroom, and small pantry. One large window in the bedroom overlooks the lush landscape, allowing the writer to connect with nature while remaining secluded.
Construction and materials: The house’s steel structure is clad with clay brick and stones found onsite, and topped with metal roofing.
