Architect's Dream House: Living in the Heartbeat of the Atlantic Forest

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AC House
Architect: Studio Arthur Casas
Photo: courtesy of Studio Arthur Casas
Location: Guarujá, Sao Paulo, Brazil

This isn't just Brazil. It's beyond the iconic beaches, the electrifying carnival, a place where the soul of the nation takes the form of a verdant embrace - the Atlantic Forest. Its untamed spirit, the symphony of life in its diverse tapestry, defines the essence of Brazilian landscapes.

Deep within this emerald sanctuary lies a dream manifested - a house designed by an architect yearning for a refuge, a place to replenish amidst nature's energy. The house itself echoes the forest, clad in Cumaru wood, mirroring the rich textures and tones of its leafy neighbors. Transparency reigns supreme, not for aesthetics alone, but as a silent apology for human presence in this sacred space.

Stepping inside, the boundaries blur. Cumaru wood, a warm embrace, extends from walls to floors, creating a unified space. Divisions dissolve, fostering a sense of seamless integration. The living room converses with the kitchen, which in turn welcomes the workspace, all bathed in the dappled light and vibrant energy of the forest.

Outside, the lines between interior and exterior vanish completely. The expansive terrace beckons, a platform where the forest becomes an extension of the living space. A wooden deck, a belvedere, stretches out, offering breathtaking panoramas of the emerald canopy. Here, one can truly commune with nature, a place to recharge, to find solace in the heart of the wild.

This sanctuary pulsates with life. Morning light paints the interior in warm golds, while evenings offer a cool respite beneath a starlit sky. Here, life unfolds in a harmonious dance with nature's rhythm. A place to reconnect, to create, to simply be.

This is the architect's dream house in Iporanga - a haven woven into the emerald embrace of the Atlantic Forest. A testament to the powerful bond between humanity and nature, where the wild beauty of Brazil reigns supreme.



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