PROJECTS
Modern, functional and mesmerising
We take a look at a functional yet stunningly modern residence, featuring grand clean modern lines and breath-taking views.
By Kelly-Ann Prinsloo | All images courtesy of Gustavo Arbex
The design of this functional residence in Brazil, which emphasises visual connection between living areas, features grand clean modern lines.
The integration of most rooms with the living and entertaining areas, enabled the use of ample glazed doors and window openings over large spans; all framed by spectacular surrounding scenery.
The search for materials that promoted contrasting balance and yet, defined each element in its totality, has driven the architectural finishes palette.
This design fostered large spans and slender beams, which created a structural challenge, given the unrefined capability at the work site. Lengthy meetings with the structural engineer eventually provided the most cost effective solution.
Despite accommodating all mechanical services in dedicated plant rooms, the building facades remain uncompromised, giving prominence to high ceilings and cross ventilation into living areas through automated high-level windows.
GRBX ARQUITETOS
The GRBX team of architects, designers and technicians is currently led by Gustavo Arbex who graduated in 2002 from FAU _ FAAP in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The design practice was established in 2004 with several signature projects along contemporary architectural lines, characterised by personalised design approaches and informed by smart constructive solutions.
Passionate about design challenges, Arbex has acquired an eye for architectural detail which has accumulated by virtue of his involvement in over 200 000m 2 of projects ranging from single family and multiple unit residences to health centres, sports facilities and warehouses.
The house that Gustavo built.
The integration of most rooms with the living and entertaining areas enabled the use of ample glazed doors and window openings over large spans.
26 JUNE / JULY 2017 //