In a building constructed in the mid-20th century, located in the Higienópolis neighborhood, Lucas Jimeno Dualde carried out a remarkable transformation of a 280 m² apartment.
In a building constructed in the mid-20th century, located in the Higienópolis neighborhood, Lucas Jimeno Dualde carried out a remarkable transformation of a 280 m² apartment.
The project is characterized by austere architecture, whose objective is to remove visual and material distractions. This approach aims to direct the focus of the experience towards sensory elements such as the body, light, color, and objects present in the space.
Although the building is not considered a central work of modernism, it is recognized as a good residential example, possessing a spacious layout, similar to many buildings that defined the landscape of Higienópolis during the period between the 1940s and 1960s.
The Casa JA was conceived by the project team and reflects the unique characteristics of its location in Southern Amã. This property enjoys a privileged view of one of the city's largest public parks, in addition to offering continuous panoramas.
The steep slope of the land, along with the oak trees that were kept around the lot, served as inspiration for the architectural concept. This concept focuses on creating a green platform arranged in terraces, integrating the landscape directly into the building's interior.
In addition to visually incorporating nature, the design also organically positions the primary living spaces within the terrain itself, respecting the existing topography and vegetation.
The Casa Elementar project was presented by the design team. This house reinterprets the classic image of a country cottage, transforming it into a modern dwelling where architectural solutions are shaped by daily rituals, a creative approach, and a deep connection with nature.
The architectural bureau YUMI Architekci developed this residence, located in a quiet, wooded area near Warsaw. The plot, surrounded by mature vegetation and a garden, allowed for the creation of a sanctuary from urban hustle while maintaining comfort for year-round living.
