Altos House / OSPA Arquitetura e UrbanismoSave this picture! Gabriel KonrathHousesCanela, BrazilArchitects: OSPA Arquitetura e UrbanismoAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:4015 ftYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2023 PhotographsPhotographs:Gabriel KonrathManufacturersBrands with products used in this architecture project Manufacturers: Arkowood, Casa do Parquet, Deca, Parrilla Brasil, Santa Luzia, Suvinil Lead Architects: Carolina Corra, Manoela Peruzzo More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. Located in a condominium surrounded by nature in the city of Canela, in the Serra Gacha region, Altos House was designed to serve as a weekend retreat for a family.Save this picture!On a plot with striking topography, the projects concept is based on the placement of a pure exposed concrete volume at the top of the site, where one can enjoy unobstructed views of the surroundings and privacy from the front street.Save this picture!From this vertical arrangement, the building is aligned with the southern side setback, creating a large outdoor leisure area facing north under the shade of existing Araucaria trees. While the front of the house is dedicated to social areas, the back houses the bedrooms, all of which have direct access to the patio.Save this picture!Save this picture!The main faade stands out due to the large cantilever of the upper volume, which also marks the covered entrance, carved into the topography. At night, the front face, even with the curtains closed, resembles a large backlit screen.Save this picture!A linear staircase divides the social and private spaces, leading to the rooftop terrace, where one can enjoy a lookout point with a low parapet that also serves as a bench. On the access level, in addition to the covered parking area, there is a wine cellar.Save this picture!The materiality of the project is quite elemental, featuring exposed concrete, glass enclosures, wood, and natural stone floors, conveying the idea of elegance through simplicity in the solutions. The interiors aim to use the same materials as the external finishes, creating synergy between the inside and the outside. The project is proposed as a backdrop for a daily life filled with enjoyment of the regions distinctive climate. The generous window frames seek to blur the boundaries between covered and uncovered areas, offering flexibility in layout depending on the external temperature and the residents preferences.Save this picture!Save this picture!Altos House is a residence for those who wish to enjoy the best that the Serra Gacha has to offer: tranquility and contact with nature.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessAbout this officeMaterialConcreteMaterials and TagsPublished on January 02, 2025Cite: "Altos House / OSPA Arquitetura e Urbanismo" [Casa Altos / OSPA Arquitetura e Urbanismo] 02 Jan 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1024709/altos-house-ospa-arquitetura-e-urbanismo&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream