Architects: Atria Arquitetos
Photography: Edgard César
Consultant Team: A4 Engenharia (Structural and MEP engineering)
City: Brasília
Country: Brazil
Nakata House, a residential project in Brasília designed by Atria Arquitetos, embraces bioclimatic design principles and efficient spatial organization. Rooted in low-maintenance objectives, the design closely aligns with the client’s family needs, focusing on optimizing the use of a plot measuring 17 by 40 meters. By positioning the building along the plot’s longer side, the architects maximized green space while catering to the client’s preferences. The project’s decisions were shaped by sun path analysis and the aim to preserve ground-level green space. The ground floor’s open layout integrates social and leisure functions, creating a cohesive living space. Private rooms on the upper floor are separated into distinct modules, enhancing both privacy and organization. The prominent terracotta-clad vertical volume at the front not only serves as a visual landmark but also enhances light control and privacy, integrating the building with its surroundings.
The ground floor is dedicated to social activities, leisure, cooking, and service areas. Private spaces, including bedrooms, are located on the upper floor, where each room functions as an independent module. The contrast between the upper floor’s compartmentalization and the ground floor’s open layout strengthens the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, reflecting the essence of a veranda-style house.
A large fair-faced concrete slab serves as both a structural and visual divider between the two levels, unifying the volumes while distinctly separating their functions. The façade’s standout feature is a tall vertical tower clad in perforated terracotta ceramic elements, enclosing the staircase. This architectural element not only acts as a visual marker but also regulates light, creating dynamic shadows while maintaining privacy. The semi-translucent cladding further enhances the building’s character with subtle light effects, giving the project a distinct visual identity.
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Address: Brasilia, Brazil
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