EDITOR ' S CHOICE
LANGUAGE OF MATERIALS
Guilherme Torres used three types of materials in his constructive language . " It ' s really cool to create a project exploring only light , only the garden , and only the textures of materials . That ' s where the true beauty of architecture lies ."
The structure of the house is executed in prestressed concrete , a construction technique that allows the finishes to stand out . " I used materials that allow for visual continuity . The frames are made of brushed aluminum and steel , which offer excellent cleanliness . I used white masonry and , in the enclosing walls , wood stone . The structure blends brises and some concrete walls ," comments the architect .
SPECIAL REQUEST
" One of the few things the owners specifically asked me for was a yellow door , so I decided to start from that point , highlighting yellow , an extremely positive color that inspires joy , prosperity , and also a Brazilian color ," Torres explains .
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