BAK arquitectos: casa JD

'casa JD' by BAK arquitectos in mar azul, buenos aires, argentina
all images courtesy BAK arquitectos
image © gustavo sosa pinilla


'casa JD' by argentinian practice BAK arquitectos (maria victoria besonias, guillermo de almeida,
luciano kruk) is a two bedroom residence situated on a lush and sloped site in mar azul, buenos aires,
argentina. an intersecting composition of two perpendicular rectangular volumes, the design generates
a spacious communal area that is interspersedly defined by strips of transparency, directly linking
the interior to the forest beyond.



exterior view
image © gustavo sosa pinilla


utilizing the strong topography of the land, the structure partially conceals its presence within
a small clearing in the woods. as much of the forestry was preserved during the construction process,
with a balcony platform wrapping around existing trees. the finish of the concrete facade results
in a highly textual aesthetic that does not take away from the natural elements of the site.
in contrast to the heaviness of the material, horizontally running bands of windows have been
sliced out of the surface to maintain a level of lightness to the structure.



elevation
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spacious and multifunctional, the communal area rests at the junction of the two prism forms,
utilizing the extra vertical space created from the overlap. the slightly private nooks created at
the extremities of the layout become a kitchen/bar, lounge, and living space. elevated windows
situated at different elevations and directions generate an added sense of depth in addition to
making the natural backdrop of the site an integral element to the living atmosphere.



porch at rear of house
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cantilevered terrace
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cantilevered terrace
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entrance and wooden platform
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glass boundary between veranda and interior
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living room
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living room
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ribbon clerestory window
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stairway
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lounge
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bedroom
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bathroom
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glowing from the interior
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illuminated at dusk
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night view
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site plan



floor plan / level 1



section



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elevation



elevation



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project info:


site area: 600 m2
built area: 166 m2