fb+mp arquitetos applies colorful tiling to tune house's elongated swimming pool in brazil

Tune House Fuses Industrial Design and Environmental Sensibility

Tune House, designed by FB+MP Arquitetos Associados, is situated in Cariri, Ceará, emerging from the Chapada do Araripe region, known for its significant paleontological site and vast protected national forest. ‘Araripe’ derives from the ancient Tupi word ararype, which means ‘in the river of the macaws.’ The architectural concept stemmed from a careful balance between the clients’ preferences for industrial and contemporary design and the imperative of minimizing environmental impact.

The challenging terrain, characterized by steep slopes, dictated the decision to elevate the house on pilotis, mitigating ground contact issues like infiltration while preserving the natural landscape. A key consideration was preserving the panoramic view of the city skyline, achieved through a spacious rooftop belvedere and strategic interior framing.

all images by Igor Ribeiro

sculptural elements contribute to an Elegant Dynamic Design

The floor plan of Tune House adheres to a single-family layout, with a notable feature being the elongated swimming pool mirroring the house’s length, also elevated on pilotis with vanishing edges. Despite its orthogonal design, a central helical staircase adds dynamism, doubling as a sculptural element that interacts with the surrounding vegetation and zenithal light.

Materiality, chosen by FB+MP Arquitetos Associados, embraces an industrial aesthetic, employing concrete blocks for fences and metal profiles with concrete slabs for the structure. Glass panels foster a seamless connection with the outdoors, integrated thoughtfully into the design for natural illumination and spatial harmony.

situated in Cariri, Ceará, Tune House emerges from the Chapada do Araripe region

the concept balances contemporary design with a commitment to environmental conservation

elevated on pilotis, Tune House navigates the challenging terrain of steep slopes

the floor plan reflects a single-family layout, featuring a swimming pool elevated on pilotis with vanishing edges

a central helical staircase acts as both a functional element and a sculptural centerpiece

material choices, including concrete blocks and metal profiles, contribute to Tune House’s industrial aesthetic

project info:

name: Tune House
architect: FB+MP ARQUITETOS ASSOCIADOS | @fbmparquitetos

lead architects: Felipe Barros and Mateus Pinheiro

location: Cariri, Ceará, Brazil

photography: Igor Ribeiro | @igorilr

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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom