The simplification of the complex. CR House by Arpon Arquitectura

06/11/2023. [Córdoba] Argentina
metalocus, LAURA CRUZ, JORGE MARTINEZ

The architecture studio Arpon Arquitectura was commissioned to project a home in the gated community, La Dehesa, belonging to the town of La Calera in Córdoba, Argentina. The house had to be made for a family made up of two adults and three little girls. The project plot was arranged with an ascending slope from the street to which it belongs.

Such as most of the plots in the area, the project one, extended by 1,200 sqm and the 320 sqm house was built on it. The main element that established the shape of the project was the unevenness of the land, which allowed taking advantage of the views of the place, and the composition of the family, which generated in the architects the need to generate spaces to encourage continuous social encounters between the different members of the family.

CR House by Arpon Arquitectura. Photography by Arq. Gonzalo Viramonte.

CR House by Arpon Arquitectura. Photography by Arq. Gonzalo Viramonte.

Cover floor plan. CR House by Arpon Arquitectura.

Garage floor plan. CR House by Arpon Arquitectura.

Ground floor plan. CR House by Arpon Arquitectura.

Cover plan. CR House by Arpon Arquitectura.

Terrain sketch axonometry. CR House by Arpon Arquitectura.

The built project of the "Casa CR" projected by Arpon Arquitectura, was organized on two levels, the first that serves as a garage for two vehicles and a secondary entrance for the meeting area, and the second with an L shape, the upper and habitable part is generated. Where one of the arms is divided for the private part of the home and the other for its public spaces. In the empty part left by L of the imaginary square that forms the shape, a stepped patio was generated where a barbecue and a pool appeared.

The materiality of the building is generated from classic and durable elements, exposed concrete with wooden elements that enrich the space together with large glass windows that allow continuous views of the landscape.

CR House by Arpon Arquitectura. Photography by Arq. Gonzalo Viramonte.

Description of project by Arpon Arquitectura

The project was created for a family consisting of 2 adults and 3 young girls, where social gatherings play a central role in their everyday lives. This became the starting point that influenced the program and distribution of the house.

The residence is located in the gated community of La Deseada, situated in La Calera, Córdoba, Argentina. The community primarily consists of single-family homes with approximately 1,200 sqm lots, nestled in the mountains, which was one of the key considerations in the project. The plot features an ascending slope from the street to the back of the property, providing the opportunity to take advantage of unobstructed views while properly situating the house.

The lot, measuring 30 meters wide by 45 meters long, has a northern orientation on the main access street and a northwest orientation with views of the Córdoba mountains. There is a 12-meter difference in elevation between the street and the back of the property.

The design of the house addresses two different needs. Firstly, the goal was to capture views of the mountains from any point within the house, integrating the beautiful exterior landscape into the interior dynamics of the home. Secondly, the aim was to facilitate constant social interaction in every area of the house, with a strong connection to the landscape as a focal point. These considerations also led to finding a solution that ensures privacy, resulting in the morphology of the residence.

CR House by Arpon Arquitectura. Photography by Arq. Gonzalo Viramonte.

The house is organized into two levels: the first level serves as the entrance, featuring a two-car garage and a secondary entrance leading to the gathering space with a barbecue area. The second level encompasses the entire living area, taking on an L-shaped design. One wing of the house is dedicated to more private spaces, including a study, two children's bedrooms with a shared bathroom, and a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. The other wing comprises a living-dining area with an integrated kitchen, a laundry room with a service patio, and a gathering space with a barbecue area. All of this is developed on a single level, made possible by a large concrete wall that provides a flat surface for the L-shaped house placement. Additionally, a patio with a swimming pool was incorporated for social relaxation and to enhance the connection with the mountain views. The natural cut of the mountain serves as a design element at the entrance of the house, creating a connection between the interior and the surroundings while also ensuring privacy.

The materiality of the house features classic and noble elements such as exposed concrete slabs and walls, wood to add warmth in specific areas, and glass to establish a connection with the environment and the project's views.

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Architects

Arpon Arquitectura.

Area

320.00 sqm.

Dates

Construction completion year: 2022.

Location

La Deseada neighborhood, Córdoba, Argentina.

Manufacturers

FV.- taps
Jhonson.- Kitchen furniture.
Blevel.- aluminum openings.
White House.- interior furniture.
Squalo pools.- outdoor pool.
alo Iluminación.- supplier of lighting fixtures.
Aluar.- A40 opening line.
Holcim.- Concrete made for partitions and exposed slabs.
Rocca.-Dama Senso line toilets and bidets.
Samsung.- Cooktop, oven, and microwave appliances.

Photography

Arq. Gonzalo Viramonte.

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