The Casa Atlântica residence, developed by Felipe Hess Arquitetos, was designed to meet the needs of a young couple who are art collectors and their four children. Located on a narrow and deep lot in the city of São Paulo, the project concept is based on two main premises: accommodating a contemporary art collection and creating environments conducive to family life.
The structural organization of the house follows a grid system, visible in both the facades and the central balcony. This internal patio plays a crucial role by providing natural light, functioning as a ventilation space, and organizing the circulation flow. To ensure privacy, the building closes on the sides, directing focus inward.
Spread across four floors, the house features a semi-underground side garden in the basement, considered the heart of the project, where the space was adapted into a recreation and social area. On the ground floor, the social spaces include a living room, office, dining room, and an open kitchen that connects to the balcony and pool.
The intermediate level houses the couple's master suite, facing the front of the lot, the children's bedrooms located at the back, in addition to a reserved room with a study area. The rooftop is dedicated to leisure and socializing, featuring a sunroom, dining area, and a space designated for projection.
The design encourages exploration of the space; the children use different stairs and the bicycle ramp, and every movement reveals new interactions between the environments. The paths created are varied, encompassing internal and external routes, which lends dynamism to the house, allowing residents to observe each other through the patio, generating unplanned encounters.
Regarding furniture, pieces previously used in earlier works were restored and combined with new acquisitions. The set includes works by Joaquim Tenreiro and Hans Wegner, as well as furniture obtained from antique shops in Uruguay. In the office, the use of fabric cladding and a custom-made shelf accentuates the presence of the artworks.
In summary, Casa Atlântica successfully integrates art, daily life, and family life into one cohesive environment.
