Bauer House
Indaiatuba – SP
@ Leonardo Finotti
PT-EN
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A house
to see the sky.
At Casa Bauer, we seek to apply the main characteristic of our homes in a radical manner, which is the integration of the external environment with the internal one.
2022
Team
Luiz Paulo Andrade, Guilherme Melo, Luiza Monteiro, Michela Maculan, Luciana Vada, João Vinícius Costa, Renan Bressani, Gustavo Sendai e Bruno Nakaya
Photographer
Leonardo Finotti
Type
Residential
Area
1000 m²
Local
Indaiatuba – SP
About the project
In this project, the integration occurs both horizontally and vertically.
The house is implanted in the land without floor overlaps, following the gentle natural slope. The extensive program has been distributed around a square, allowing the spaces to interconnect organically, providing a sense of fluidity and harmony in the environment. A small elevation separates the private from the social areas, with no barriers, only a grand staircase that spans the entire width of the square.
This large social space contemplates the living room, dining area, and a spacious gourmet island, all directly connected to the pool and garden. The design was conceived in such a way that, from all areas, the residents and guests could fully enjoy the view of the Indaiatuba city skyline, known for its hot days and clear nights.
The orthogonal features of the project led us to create a large flat roof that begins at the private level and extends toward the social area, what allowed a generous ceiling height in the living space.
The roof structure was designed on a rigid 1x1 meter grid, and is consisted of glued laminated timber (GLT) pieces made from eucalyptus. This approach not only provides stability to the construction, but also reduces material waste, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability.
In addition to its imposing aesthetics, Casa Bauer was designed with a special emphasis on efficiency and environmental sustainability. Cross ventilation, strategically incorporated into the design, promotes natural air circulation, keeping the environment cool and ventilated, thus minimizing the need for air conditioning systems. Besides, measures to control the energy consumption have been adopted, as including the installation of solar heating panels and photo-voltaic cells that convert solar energy into usable electricity. These smart and environmentally conscious solutions grant a lasting quality upon the residence, ensuring that its relevance and performance are preserved over time.
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Casa Bauer transcends its function as a mere habitable space, revealing itself as a work of architecture that harmonizes natural and constructed elements. Its welcoming atmosphere and sophisticated aesthetics provide a truly inspiring refuge, where visitors can connect with the celestial landscape and appreciate the careful integration with the surroundings. Every architectural detail has been meticulously planned to create an enriching experience, turning the stay at Casa Bauer into an aesthetically stimulating journey.
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