FVArquitectos: house in banzão II

FVArquitectos: house in banzão II


'house in banzão II' by FVArquitectos located in pinhal do banzão, colares, portugal
images © marta valsassina



portuguese practice FVArquitectos has completed 'house in banzão II', a single family residence located in pinhal do banzão,
colares, portugal. this low profile dwelling is situated amid and framed by a grove of mature trees. the striking plaster facade produces
a crisply defined volume contrasting the abundant textured foliage of the pine needles. bold recessed openings are accented with
sturdy single hinged timber shutters which may be swung shut to completely enclose the home.



approach to main entrance


an open slat pergola which extends from the facade encourages guests to turn the corner and discover the main entrance.
the main living space introduces the rustic materials into the interior with horizontal wooden shades which slide along a
concealed vertical track. an enclosed open air courtyard provides opportunities for ventilation into the innermost rooms.
positioned within a corner is an understated outdoor pool is recessed into a terrace composed from parallel planks.



(left) front door
(right) entry walk




enclosed courtyard



bedroom with large inward tilting window



vertical sliding shutters



(left) rustic wooden shutter
(right) swinging shutter in the open position




interior illuminated at dusk



pool at dusk



floor plan / level 0



roof plan

lauren db
08.12.11  
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Elegant and liveable, at the same time? No way.
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