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Larrea Houses
Larrea Houses
Mar del Plata, Argentina
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Larrea Houses
Mar del Plata, Argentina
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STATUS
Built
YEAR
2023
SIZE
3000 sqft - 5000 sqft
Larrea Houses – Extended Family:
The Void as a Proposal.
Larrea Houses is a residential project comprising two homes, designed to address a family’s evolving needs while exploring the concept of collective housing. This project challenges the inertia of traditional living spaces, adapting to contemporary transformations and demands for coexistence. It fosters the cohabitation of an extended family, enriching the daily experiences of its inhabitants by enabling two nuclear families—an elderly couple (grandparents) and a mother with her two children—to live in close proximity, sharing resources and mutual support.
“Architecture must enrich life, both in its collective and individual dimensions.” — Peter Zumthor
Living in community requires commitment and flexibility. However, the design of Larrea Houses prioritizes respect for individual spaces and needs, promoting a harmonious balance between private and communal life. It also offers security through the presence of close family members in case of emergencies. The project is organized around two main voids: the entrance patio and the social patio.
The entrance patio serves as a connecting element between the two homes. This empty space not only houses the entrances to the residences but also connects and separates them, fostering casual encounters among the members of the extended family.
The social patio, equipped with a barbecue area and a swimming pool, is a space for intentional gatherings and shared moments. This shared space encourages mutual support while creating opportunities for shared memories and fostering a sense of community and belonging.
“Space is structured according to life, to the way people live and relate.” — Álvaro Siza
Thus, the patios become vibrant, active spaces where the void serves as both a meeting point and a boundary. The private extensions of each home engage with the patios, reinforcing the interplay between solid and void, enclosed and open.
This project enables a dynamic and adaptable lifestyle, allowing residents to control their levels of interaction and exposure, enriching their everyday living experience.
Third Prize – Multifamily Housing under 4 Levels – CAPBA Award 2024
The Void as a Proposal.
Larrea Houses is a residential project comprising two homes, designed to address a family’s evolving needs while exploring the concept of collective housing. This project challenges the inertia of traditional living spaces, adapting to contemporary transformations and demands for coexistence. It fosters the cohabitation of an extended family, enriching the daily experiences of its inhabitants by enabling two nuclear families—an elderly couple (grandparents) and a mother with her two children—to live in close proximity, sharing resources and mutual support.
“Architecture must enrich life, both in its collective and individual dimensions.” — Peter Zumthor
Living in community requires commitment and flexibility. However, the design of Larrea Houses prioritizes respect for individual spaces and needs, promoting a harmonious balance between private and communal life. It also offers security through the presence of close family members in case of emergencies. The project is organized around two main voids: the entrance patio and the social patio.
The entrance patio serves as a connecting element between the two homes. This empty space not only houses the entrances to the residences but also connects and separates them, fostering casual encounters among the members of the extended family.
The social patio, equipped with a barbecue area and a swimming pool, is a space for intentional gatherings and shared moments. This shared space encourages mutual support while creating opportunities for shared memories and fostering a sense of community and belonging.
“Space is structured according to life, to the way people live and relate.” — Álvaro Siza
Thus, the patios become vibrant, active spaces where the void serves as both a meeting point and a boundary. The private extensions of each home engage with the patios, reinforcing the interplay between solid and void, enclosed and open.
This project enables a dynamic and adaptable lifestyle, allowing residents to control their levels of interaction and exposure, enriching their everyday living experience.
Third Prize – Multifamily Housing under 4 Levels – CAPBA Award 2024
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