Olson Kundig Architects designed this fascinating steel and glass box shelter located next to the Tijuca National Park, an urban national park in the mountains of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The 1,500-square-foot structure is supported by two concrete piers, elevating it over the rainforest canopy. This secluded hideaway provides the owner couple with […]
This contemporary dwelling of steel and glass designed by architect Fernanda Marques is located in the upscale neighborhood of Cidade Jardim (Garden City) in the West Zone of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Nestled on a steeply sloping site of 8,395 square feet (780 square meters), this three-story residence encompasses 8,826 square feet (820 square meters) of living space. Containing […]
A two-story residence surrounded by lush, tropical landscaping of São Paulo, Brazil is the incredible contemporary vision of architects Studio Guilherme Torres. The project was completed in 2012 showcasing 11,098 square feet (1,031 square meters) of sprawling interior living spaces that were designed to be completely integrated with the exterior landscaping. Affording complete privacy from the street thanks to a […]
This incredible 3,726 square foot modern tree house in Ubatuba, a coastal city in Sao Paulo, Brazil was designed by SPBR Arquitetos. Located at the end of Tenório’s Beach, the structure is built on a hill of a fairly extreme slope of 50% and reaches 92 feet above the road. The Ubatuba beach house is built […]
This spectacular country house retreat was designed by architect Miguel Pinto Guimarães of MPG Arquitetura, located just outside of São Paulo, Brazil. The architect first visited the property without the clients, wishing to get a feel of the terrain and let the project materialize. Picking up his ink pen, he put the first draft of this country […]
This striking private modern residence was designed by Spagnuolo Architecture, located in the city of Londrina, in the state of Paraná, South Region, Brazil. This brilliantly designed home is infused with luxury from top to bottom. It’s L-shaped plan focuses on solar orientation to maximize energy efficiency. An outdoor deck integrates social and private areas and creates a […]
Renowned Brazilian architect Ricardo Rossi was commissioned to rehabilitate this luxurious house into a more modern and spacious layout in São Paulo, Brazil. The architect selected different models of Neolith, an innovative compact synthesized surface material. The material was used to create styles in each living environment, both indoors and out. The Iron Copper model was selected to represent an oxidized copper […]
The architects of Studio Arthur Casas have wowed us once again with another one of their breathtaking modern residential projects, situated in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The home was original constructed in the 1980s by Italian-Brazilian architect Ugo di Pace and was in need of a major renovation. The clients have grown children who have moved out […]
This modern concrete apartment was designed for a bachelor in his 30s by Studio ro+ca, located in Ipanema, a neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The main concept for the design of this home was to create a space where the homeowner could entertain friends and have parties. The apartment showcases a very cosmopolitan and urban air, with […]
This small modern apartment showcases a masculine design aesthetic by Studio ro+ca, located in Ipanema, a neighborhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The principle idea was to use space more efficiently in this small 645 square foot (60 square meters) apartment. The idea was to unite all the spaces, including the kitchen, living room and even […]
