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ARCHITECTURE
Padovani Arquitetos
PHOTOGRAPHY
Estúdio NY18
EDITOR
Gina
Collection

Located in the interior of São Paulo state, on a gently sloping site, the residence designed by architect Lucas Padovani for his family reflects a profound connection between home, nature, and family memories. The building's volume, formed by two perpendicular blocks with a slight difference in height, embraces the garden, creating a continuous and fluid space where each room enjoys expansive views of the surrounding natural landscape. Based on a conceptual and poetic premise that reflects the personality of the architect and his family, this design gesture translates the essence of seeking a unique and understated exterior, yet intensely open interior, where the shared experiences and sensory details of daily life fill the spaces with the delicacy of the details.

The cross-section is dedicated to social spaces and features a functional layout that begins with a foyer surrounded by two interior gardens. These gardens, strategically placed in different areas of the house, bring the tropical atmosphere, always present in the architect's projects, to the heart of the home. This cross-section unfolds into living rooms, a dining room, and a television room, where a slight difference in level creates a more intimate atmosphere in the television room, even without visual barriers between these spaces. The service block runs parallel to it, ensuring a functional flow without visually interfering with the prominence of this large open space that integrates the social areas. The kitchen, in turn, is positioned to facilitate the transition to the outdoor social space, harmoniously integrating the living room with the gourmet area.

On the other hand, the longitudinal section is reserved for the private area of ​​the residence, which rises gently from ground level to offer an appearance of lightness and distinction. This block houses an office and suites, one of which is the master suite. With a wide central corridor, the intimate circulation deliberately conceals the relationship between the lighting and ventilation of each room.

Upon entering the spaces facing the main facade, the private gardens reappear, their tropical landscaping framing the spaces in a more intimate way. The rooms facing the center of the plot enjoy expansive natural views. The diverse ways in which residents interact with natural light and ventilation are distinctive features of the architect's projects.

In this private wing, the master bathroom stands out, opening onto a private garden and offering a haven of peace within the home itself. The daughters' bedrooms and the study follow the same principle of integration, with large openings that allow natural light to flood in and offer views of the surrounding vegetation. Taking advantage of the sloping terrain, creating a ground floor to house living spaces became a natural and priority choice. This intimate space houses a gym and spa area, complete with a dry sauna and hot tub, reflecting the family's healthy lifestyle.

Regarding materials, the residence utilizes medium to dark wood tones, creating an elegant contrast that complements the landscaping and light-colored walls. The use of wood harmonizes naturally with the landscape and the softness of the interior surfaces, resulting in a visually inviting composition. The facades are characterized by a long, slender eave with a metal structure clad in cumaru wood. This eave crowns the perimeter of the house, connecting the two perpendicular blocks. The use of natural materials is also evident in the cobblestone-clad gables and the swimming pool, which is completely covered with large slabs of natural slate. The bedroom block is clad in Corten steel panels, designed with irregular slats and pantograph openings.

The Tai coffee table, designed by the architect himself and made of carbon steel and various Brazilian woods, occupies the center of the room, surrounded by Jean Gillon's Jangada armchair and Lina Bo Bardi's Girafa chair, creating an artistic dialogue. A harmonious blend of design icons. The combination of black carbon steel pieces completes the ensemble, while the gray, brown, and grayish-green tones of the fabrics harmonize with the chosen palette.

The architect's cultural and personal references permeate the entire house: works of art and objects collected on his travels engage in a dialogue with the natural surroundings and the architecture, creating an atmosphere full of meaning and poignant memories. A particular admiration for the art of Northeast Brazil is evident, as seen in two unique sculptures made from solid roots from Massaranduba by the artist Nen, other works found on Ilha do Ferro, as well as paintings by Brazilian artists who work with marquetry and pointillism. In the television room, the architect placed another signature piece: the Degrau table, made of carbon steel and concrete slats, part of a special furniture series developed for the market.

The expansive gardens were designed combining dense vegetation with large green areas to provide play spaces for the couple's three daughters. Along this path, a cumaru wood deck connects the pool to the veranda, from where two large sand dunes can be seen, a favorite spot for children playing in the garden.

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