PROJECT Metropole Architects
complete with a walk-in dressing room and an opulent full master en-suite bathroom. An adjacent balcony allows one to venture outside to the edges of the cantilever on a veritable‘ lookout point’ and engage with the sun, sea and breeze. A standout feature of Casa á Beiramar is the sensual, organic, curved, oak timber-clad ceiling. This provides the‘ wow factor’ on entry, enhancing the vertical volume of the entrance hall and open-plan living areas. Coupled with clerestory windows, it allows natural light to penetrate deep into the plan, creating a visually engaging experience.
Descending via the main staircase, the spatial experience transitions to a more intimate experience. A TV lounge, study, double-sided Neolith-clad fireplace, and a wine cellar offer a cosy retreat. Three en-suite bedrooms, each with garden access, cater to privacy while providing glimpses of the adjacent forest and distant sea views.
The material and colour palette of Casa á Beiramar is a delicate balance between man-made interventions and the natural landscape. The extensive use of glass for building enclosure and balustrading breaks down the traditional visual barriers between inside and out promoting the immersion of oneself in the sights and sounds of the coastal forest context as well as providing reflections of the natural vegetation that is its context.
Generous overhangs allow for effective solar screening. The combination of solid slabs and pergola extensions in steel and aluminium overhead provide a variety of experience and graded exposure to the sun and a dynamic interplay of light and shadow.
Internally, the fusion of colour and texture in styling, furniture, and finishes complements the architectural spaces, presenting a cohesive and contemporary aesthetic. Considerations such as views, orientation, privacy, and the response to the subtropical climate extend the overall success of the product.
Casa á Beiramar transcends mere functionality. It offers a visually captivating, comfortable, and intimate living experience that seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings, reflecting the artistry and thoughtful design of Metropole Architects. ■
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