This residential project combines mixed elements that are
very diverse, sometimes antithetical in nature. The structure
does not possess a parallel layout, but is built on an
oblique axis. Three distinct volumes are visible; each one is
independent from the others. The massive and authoritative
head of the building, where the main entrance is located.
The seafront façade, with glass openings that totally dissolve
the ground floor, in sharp contrast with the homogeneous
and solid appearance of the upper level. On the other hand,
the back side displays a distinct shifting of volumes with
a predominance of vertical elements, in contrast with the
horizontal ones that seem to prevail in the main façade.
The construction materials are also completely different,
which makes the opposite sides of the property totally
independent, as they were two individual entities.
The contrast is enhanced by the distribution of the
windows, concentrated on the seafront façade, in order
to emphasize the importance of the view, while the
other walls display almost no openings. Because of this
peculiar structure, the primary living spaces have been
arranged on the seafront side, while mechanical and
storage rooms are located in the blind area.
The brise soleil elements of the seafront upper level
create a double façade; they cover the linear elements,
sliding onto each other, enhancing the predominance
of the glass; at the same time, with their movement they
add dynamism to the entire complex.
.116
