An ecosystem between the aquatic and the terrestrial. El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo
22/02/2024.
[Entre Ríos] Argentina
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Located in a wetland area within the Paraná River Delta, in the province of Entre Ríos, Argentina, is El Abrazo, a single-family home designed by Argentinian architect Mateo Gagliardo.
The design was born in response to the intermittent flooding characteristic of the area, which is why it is developed high above the ground, incorporating an embankment that facilitates access and also serves as an integrating element.
The design was born in response to the intermittent flooding characteristic of the area, which is why it is developed high above the ground, incorporating an embankment that facilitates access and also serves as an integrating element.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
Site plan. El Abrazo by Mateo Gagliardo.
Ground floor plan. El Abrazo by Mateo Gagliardo.
First floor plan. El Abrazo by Mateo Gagliardo.
Section plan. El Abrazo by Mateo Gagliardo.
South elevation plan. El Abrazo by Mateo Gagliardo.
Constructive section. El Abrazo by Mateo Gagliardo.
Axonometry. El Abrazo by Mateo Gagliardo.
Mateo Gagliardo plans the house to be elevated in height, in anticipation of possible flooding in the area, and arranges the different spaces depending on the privacy that each one requires. The area intended for social life is configured to host large meetings and does so through a central gallery that generates fluid interaction between the rest of the areas. In the most private area are the bedrooms, bathrooms, storage rooms, and engine room.
The project is made up of steel structures, with an exterior covering of Minionda Cincalum sheet metal and an interior of phenolic ferrule plates. The housing facilities are fully self-sufficient. Electrical energy is generated through photovoltaic panels, and the water supply comes directly from the river, thus ensuring a sustainable and independent source.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
The project is made up of steel structures, with an exterior covering of Minionda Cincalum sheet metal and an interior of phenolic ferrule plates. The housing facilities are fully self-sufficient. Electrical energy is generated through photovoltaic panels, and the water supply comes directly from the river, thus ensuring a sustainable and independent source.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
Description of project by Mateo Gagliardo
The project is located in the wetlands area within the Paraná River Delta, specifically on "El Chirigüe" island along the Lechiguana Stream, in the province of Entre Ríos. This recognized wetlands region is characterized by intermittent surface flooding, creating a hybrid ecosystem between aquatic and terrestrial environments.
The design decisions were made in response to the flooding, landscape, and lack of services in the area. The project was implemented based on two main axes: The first one (Y-axis) aims to align and create a visual and circulatory connection between the river, the dock, the house gallery, and an existing tree at the back of the terrain. The second one (X-axis), within the interior of the house, uses the gallery as a connecting space between the bedrooms and the social area, fostering a connection with the outside environment and promoting coexistence with the surrounding landscape.
To anticipate potential floods, the house is elevated on a first level. A berm was incorporated to facilitate access during flooding and simultaneously integrate the house with the terrain, improving accessibility to the interior.
The different spaces of the house were designed considering the level of intimacy and service required for each area. In the most private zone, there are bathrooms, bedrooms, storage, and a machine room constructed with Steel Frame, featuring an exterior cladding of Minionda Cincalum sheets and interior with phenolic panels.
El Abrazo house by Mateo Gagliardo. Photograph by Ramiro Sosa.
Following this, the entire area designated for social activities is presented as a fully transparent space, aiming to integrate nature indoors and creating a sense of buoyancy through a cantilever surrounded by tree canopies. The central space accommodates the gallery, fostering smooth interaction between various areas of the house and the external environment, simultaneously serving as an area for large social gatherings.
The facilities of the residence are fully self-sufficient, meaning they are not connected to any external service networks. Electric power is generated through photovoltaic panels, ensuring a sustainable and independent source. The water supply comes directly from the river, undergoing a process of sedimentation and chlorination that makes it suitable for domestic use. Additionally, sewage waste is treated through a static system with a biodigester, efficiently converting the waste into organic matter in an environmentally friendly manner.
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Architects
Project team
Engineering- Federico Segnarrata.
Collaborators
Matias Martinez, Brian Ludueña.
Area
154 sqm.
Dates
2022.
Location
El Chiringüe, Entre Ríos, Argentina.
Manufacturers
Sanitary Artifacts and Facilities.- Accesaniga Rosario.
Tools and Screws.- Casermeiro SRL.
Exterior revestment.- Insuma Sur.
Lighting and ventilation.- Iluminacion del Siglo
Metallic structure.- IVANAR.
Floors and interior covering.- Miceli.
Kitchen woodworking.- MUUN Design.
Plumbing.- Leanza SRL.
Openings.- Rosario Designio.
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Mateo Gagliardo
Mateo Gagliardo. Argentinian architect graduated from the National University of Rosario in 2023. During his studies, he created his studio and developed his first single-family home project, El Abrazo, which will be carried out in 2022.
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