pezo von ellrichshausen completes first holiday home for solo houses

pezo von ellrichshausen has designed the first home for the solo houses series. now an annual initiative, emerging prominent architecture firms are tasked with encapsulating their design philosophies within a 200 square meter vacation home. innovation and creativity are limitless, providing designers with an opportunity to propose ideal structures with viable budgets. a hollowed monolithic concrete form rises above the landscape providing panoramic views of the matarranya region of spain.

‘solo pezo’ by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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a substantial base is hidden among the surrounding trees, allowing the inhabitable element to float above the canopy. the volume is rotated such that the corners point in cardinal directions. the circulation consists of a focal courtyard containing a pool, which extends choreographed views through punched fenestration. thick interior concrete walls contain elements needed for service functions while simultaneously providing a heightened sense of privacy and enclosure.

the symmetrical entrance introduces the monolithic concrete structure, emphasizing strong verticals and horizontals
‘solo pezo’ by pezo von ellrichshausen for SOLO HOUSES
image © cristobal palma, courtesy of solo houses

living spaces are swept to the perimeter veranda, which serves as a hybrid observation platform with full-height windows that fold back to become and open air balcony. the programs flow seamlessly together, encompassing the inner court without partitions. impressions from the wooden form-works create a surface texture on the monochromatic facade and gives scale to the continuous room. a photovoltaic solar system for electricity, closed loop underfloor radiant heating, onsite waste decanting and water storage create a self supporting and energy efficient residence. further exploration is accommodated on the concealed roof carpeted with native vegetation.

tiled walls surrounding the pool provide important shade for cooling in the mediterranean heat
‘solo pezo’ by pezo von ellrichshausen for SOLO HOUSES
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the simplicity of relaxation is expressed with minimal furniture designed by the architects
‘solo pezo’ by pezo von ellrichshausen for SOLO HOUSES
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‘solo pezo’ by pezo von ellrichshausen for SOLO HOUSES
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the floating platform dominates the valley
‘solo pezo’ by pezo von ellrichshausen for solo houses
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pouring the foundation structure
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exterior wall detail
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interior detail
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rising high above the tree tops, the house has 360 degree views of the matarranya region
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full-height windows that fold back completely allow play between open and enclosed exterior along the terrace
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veranda overlooking the surrounding landscape
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enclosed pool area with selected views of the surrounding landscape
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floor plan / level 0
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floor plan / level 1
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section
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elevation
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section perspective
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model
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process sketch
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the supporting base is only visible from the approach under the forest canopy
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
image © image © cristobal palma, courtesy of solo houses

spiral stair leads from the main entrance up to the pool area
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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the inner room has a ceiling of sky and a floor of water
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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the corner tiling provides relief from the continuous un-programmed rooms at the fourth floor perimeter
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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sixteen columns frame the 360 degree panorama
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
image © image © cristobal palma, courtesy of solo houses

occupiable fenestration allows access through thickened interior walls separating the veranda from the pool
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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exterior glass walls open completely
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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detail of concrete joint, emphasizing the strong vertical and horizontal lines of the house
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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model of solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
image © pezo von ellrichshausen architects, courtesy of solo houses

painting of solo pezo in axonometric section, by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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site plan
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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second floor plan
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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third floor plan
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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fourth floor plan
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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construction plan
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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southwest elevation
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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northeast elevation
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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section bb
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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section aa
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
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construction section
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
image © pezo von ellrichshausen architects, courtesy of solo houses

axonometric section
solo pezo by pezo von ellrichshausen architects for SOLO HOUSES
image © pezo von ellrichshausen architects, courtesy of solo houses

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project info:

location: polygon 13, parcel nº 245, cretas, teruel province, spain
architects: mauricio pezo, sofia von ellrichshausen
associated architects: alberto haering, gonzalo urbizu
collaborators: bernhard maurer, valeria farfan, eleonora bassi, ana franzisca freese
construction: estentor, oscar arias and oscar martin

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Amazing design, it stoled me the mind.
Sexbasstian
Sep 04, 2013
ok, love the positive energy, here, but can I be practical for a moment? so to enter the house, you climb the narrow stairs, choose which door you want to go into? walk through the storage, robe area, up a small spiral stair that is outside, then through a large glass door into one of the rooms. and to go to a different room you have to go outside through large glass sliding doors, stepping up onto the smallest step in history? and if your inside your in a very narrow small room? AWESOME…
morgan
Jun 25, 2013
What a beautiful place. This design shows the power of simple geometry.
Mac McDougal
Jun 24, 2013
No!
I don’t like it.
because it devastates the view of forest.
MH SN
Jul 23, 2011
Modern and nice! Very quite at night, I guess!! Nice render!
Dario
Jul 20, 2011
I want to have a house like this one. Fabulous!
Tamara.
Jul 19, 2011
I want to buy a House like this one. So cool!
Tamara
Jul 19, 2011
realy good!
nice pool and relaxing.
yoshimi
Jul 19, 2011
Concept and design well thought out. Congrats to PEZO VON ELLRICHSHAUSEN ARCHITECTS. Hope to see the finished product at DB d;-)
Jetwax
Jul 19, 2011
very nice!
ney
Jul 18, 2011