House in Carapicuiba
Photo courtesy Nelson Kon
Photo courtesy Nelson Kon
Photo courtesy Nelson Kon
Image courtesy SPBR Architects
Image courtesy SPBR Architects
Image courtesy SPBR Architects
Image courtesy SPBR Architects
Image courtesy SPBR Architects
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Program: A 3,200-square-foot residence and office.
Design concept and solution: House in Carapicuiba is set in a small valley far below street level. To design a house that provided for both living and work in this unique site, the architects created a multi-level structure that separates private and professional space. The entrance to the concrete and glass building, reached via a steel-grid bridge, provides two options upon entry: a descending staircase to the living space, or an ascending staircase to a tube-like structure that serves as the office.
PeopleArchitect: SPBR Architects Personnel in architect's firm who should receive special credit: Project team:
Engineer(s): Structural Engineers: Landscaping: Lighting: General contractor:
Photographer: Nelson Kon
CAD system: AutoCad
Client: Edward Magro
Date completed: July 2008
Gross square footage: 3,200 sq. ft.
Site size: 3 acres
Total construction cost: $200,000
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