two vertical planes of white wood stone enfold casa búzios’ volumes in rio de janeiro

the slatted wooden front facade, located below street level, ensures privacy for the residents and guests.

Studio Bloco edited by christina vergopoulou September 10, 2024 3 min

STUDIO BLOCO’s Private Villa Integrates Nature and Coastal Design

Casa Búzios, designed by STUDIO BLOCO, is a villa positioned around a private courtyard in Armação de Búzios, Rio De Janeiro, adjacent to one of Latin America’s prominent golf courses. The two-level residence accommodates a family and their guests, providing a balance between social and private spaces. Situated below street level within a condominium, the front facade offers privacy through a slatted wooden structure.

The ground floor is organized between two vertical planes of white wood stone, creating a smooth transition between the social areas, courtyard, service zones, and the master suite. A striking feature of the entrance is a ‘pau-ferro’ tree, whose canopy provides a natural element for the staircase. Inside, a large muxarabi panel, aligned with the balcony frames, divides the living, dining, and gourmet areas while allowing access to the service kitchen, powder room, laundry, and sauna.

two vertical planes of white wood stone enfold casa búzios' volumes in rio de janeiro - 1 — all images by Roberta Gewehr

stone, wood, metal, and concrete meet within Casa Búzios

On the second floor, four suites face the sea at the rear, accompanied by a terrace and a TV room. The construction method combines metallic structures with reinforced concrete, with wide pergolas providing visual separation between the floors. This blend of materials adheres to local regulations, which mandate the use of a clay brick-hipped roof, while also contributing to a contemporary aesthetic.

STUDIO BLOCO’s designers choose materials for both coverings and furnishings that reflect a coastal atmosphere throughout the interior, harmonizing with the clients’ collection of furniture acquired from their travels. The landscaping integrates local vegetation, respecting the condominium’s guidelines to preserve regional biodiversity.

two vertical planes of white wood stone enfold casa búzios' volumes in rio de janeiro - 2 — Casa Búzios is a villa set around a private courtyard, adjacent to a prominent golf course in Rio de Janeiro

two vertical planes of white wood stone enfold casa búzios' volumes in rio de janeiro - 3 — the two-level design balances social and private spaces, offering comfortable living for the family

two vertical planes of white wood stone enfold casa búzios' volumes in rio de janeiro - 4 — the slatted wooden front facade, located below street level, ensures privacy within the condominium

two vertical planes of white wood stone enfold casa búzios' volumes in rio de janeiro - 5 — the ground floor’s layout is framed by vertical planes of white wood stone

two vertical planes of white wood stone enfold casa búzios' volumes in rio de janeiro - 6 — the villa’s construction blends metallic structures with reinforced concrete, creating wide pergolas

casa-buzios-studio-bloco-designboom-1800-2 — the expansive pergolas enhance the villa’s modern aesthetic while also integrating with the natural surroundings

two vertical planes of white wood stone enfold casa búzios' volumes in rio de janeiro - 7 — four suites on the second floor face the sea, complemented by a terrace

two vertical planes of white wood stone enfold casa búzios' volumes in rio de janeiro - 8 — Casa Búzios thoughtfully combines natural elements with contemporary architecture

two vertical planes of white wood stone enfold casa búzios' volumes in rio de janeiro - 9 — landscaping incorporates native vegetation, preserving local biodiversity

casa-buzios-studio-bloco-designboom-1800-3 — coastal materials were selected for the interior finishes and furnishings, echoing the seaside atmosphere

project info:

name: Casa Búzios
architect: STUDIO BLOCO | @studiobloco

engineering: Tiago Foerster

construction: Oggetto Construções

built area: 373.91 sqm

location: Armação de Búzios, Rio De Janeiro

photography: Roberta Gewehr | @robertagewehr

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