Architecture firm Cimbre has designed a home dubbed the House in Serra in the rural parts of Portugal with the goal of creating a feeling that is both secluded and open simultaneously. It is in the Arrábida natural Park of Serra do Louroon. The home is defined by its concrete walls, the slightly enclosed patio space with circular perforations, and pyramidal zinc roof on top.
The founder of Cimbre, João Completo spoke to Dezeen about the structure: "The main concept of the house is the seemingly independent relationship between the exposed concrete walls and the four-pitched roof that rests upon them and the way it creates a nuanced interior-exterior connection. This provides a sense of both seclusion and openness while ensuring privacy from the street to the north and the adjacent plot to the west."
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What's Driving This Trend
- Secluded-open Living Spaces
- The design trend of creating living spaces that simultaneously offer both seclusion and openness to the outdoors is gaining traction, enabling innovation in blending privacy with natural surroundings.
- Concrete Aesthetic in Architecture
- The utilization of concrete as a primary aesthetic element in modern architecture presents opportunities for innovative designs that emphasize durability and minimalist beauty.
- Adaptive Interior-exterior Designs
- Adaptive designs that blur the line between interior and exterior environments are emerging, driving opportunities for unique architectural solutions that enhance living experiences.
Who This Affects Most
- Residential Architecture
- Residential architecture is embracing innovative designs that integrate natural park environments with modern living, creating a new niche for eco-conscious housing.
- Construction Materials
- The construction materials industry sees potential growth in the demand for distinctive and durable materials like exposed concrete and zinc roofing in contemporary designs.
- Sustainable Real Estate Development
- Sustainable real estate development is evolving with projects that harmonize with natural landscapes, offering eco-friendly and aesthetically pleasing living options.
