Large plots are not essential for lavish homes, but a thoughtful space planning can break the limitations of small plots by making it breathable, inviting adequate natural light and ventilation.
Conceived as a summer retreat, it is in a privileged residential condominium in Guarujá – a city located about 100km from the capital of São Paulo – the project for VJC Iporanga House emerges as an oasis embraced by the Atlantic Forest.
Composed of three buildings (main house, guest house, and writer’s studio), ShineMaker Retreat is arranged as a set of simple box-like volumes, each designed in response to its specific location.
Nestled among the Mercer Island trees, this project renovated and modernized a 70’s-era Black and Caldwell spec home. Carefully detailed modifications preserved what the family loved about their home while creating more functional and fresh spaces inside and out.
Designed on a single level with an “L” layout and a north orientation, Casa Tropical was built to embrace the existing natural spring or “cenote” and take full advantage of the views of the surrounding jungle.
As the oldest town on Cape Cod, Sandwich celebrates and perpetuates its historic, namesake architecture. Homes are characterized by simple forms and traditional English styles, adapted over time to the harsh, coastal climate and native resources.
This brownstone, located in Harlem, consists of five stories which had been duplexed to create a two story rental unit and a 3 story home for the owners. The owner hired us to do a modern renovation of their home and rear garden.
Neo Hotel is located on the edge of the extension of the village of Fira in Santorini, a residential area densely built. The L shaped plot is part of a building block, has a slight inclination and view to the North & East towards the sea
