Architects: Archiplan Studio
Year: 2007
Photography: Gianni Basso / Vega Mg
City: Castellucchio
Country: Italy
The Casa ELLE-B is a single-family residence designed by Archiplanstudio. It is situated between the village square and the church in a small village in the Po Valley, Sarginesco. The building is an exemplar of enclosed design, emphasizing controlled environments. Completed in 2007, the private residence is characterized by a facade devoid of openings, save for the main entrance, creating a distinct boundary between the external surroundings and the interior spaces.
Internally, the residence is oriented around an inner courtyard, with visual connections primarily focused on the eastern side, where the courtyard is complemented by vegetation. This design approach underscores a deliberate separation from the external environment while fostering a controlled and intimate atmosphere.
The building is centered around a small inner courtyard. The street-facing facade is unbroken except for the main entrance. Standing four meters high, this facade emphasizes the concept of a threshold as a boundary, marking the transition from the unregulated outer environment to a controlled, artificial interior.
The building’s walls are without domestic openings, creating a selective connection with the surroundings. Visual connections are directed toward the eastern side, where vegetation is present, and toward the inner courtyard.
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Project Location
Address: Sarginesco, Castellucchio, Mantova 46014, Italy
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