The Casa We residence, developed by longwave studio, is located in the city of Tainan, Taiwan. The project was conceived specifically to meet the needs of a family of three people and their two cats.
The Casa We residence, developed by longwave studio, is located in the city of Tainan, Taiwan. The project was conceived specifically to meet the needs of a family of three people and their two cats.
Instead of relying on rigid formalist principles, the house design starts from the daily activities that occur within a home. This approach allowed for the reorganization of interactions between various aspects of domestic life, such as the moment of arrival home, storage spaces, workspaces, and shared family living.
The project team presented the description of the Casa Ouriques / Ultra Arquitetura project, which consists of transforming an already existing home into a modern complex.
The work aims to expand the house's areas, integrating elements of architecture, interior design, and landscaping, while giving the property a new identity while preserving its original essence.
The basis of the proposal arose from the client's request to carry out a complete renovation of the current residence. This project foresees a considerable increase in built surfaces and the modernization of the rooms, with the aim of completely revitalizing the house.
Casa Milagro, developed by RAVSTUDIO, was designed as a modern sanctuary situated atop a hill, where the architecture establishes an intimate connection with the surrounding natural environment. The concept aims to provide comfort and conviviality, balancing social areas and more private zones through three interconnected volumes that define the distinct functions of the residence.
The area designated for social activities is positioned in the center of the house, offering expansive panoramic views of the landscape. In contrast, the private sectors are arranged autonomously, ensuring a more discreet atmosphere. This arrangement deviates from the traditional linear layout, creating varied spaces between the volumes, which results in the formation of terraces, halls, and outdoor areas, enriching the spatial experience and lending depth and dynamism to the facades.
The choice of materials employs a fusion of traditional and modern construction methods, utilizing a hybrid system. Walls and foundations built with brick and stone dialogue with prefabricated roofs made of metal and wood. The prominent use of local stone and the mixed steel and wood structure add solidity and warmth to the complex. The interiors are characterized by the combination of natural textures and abundant natural light entry, enhanced by large openings, wooden and stone floors, in addition to carefully chosen furniture to maintain the house's link with the external scenery.
The outdoor spaces were meticulously planned with a succession of courtyards and reflecting pools. These elements welcome the visitor from their arrival and guide their paths, both inside and outside the building. Such components not only complement the architectural composition but also reinforce, at each stage of the journey, the intrinsic relationship between the architecture and the landscape.
