White Portuguese in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique
27/02/2015.
[Arrifana] Portugal
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A triangular plot is the starting point of Pedro Henrique for the design of this house in Arrifana, from which appear different white volumes in constant dialogue with each other to result in the final form.
Surrounding area. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
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Lateral façade of the house. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
Staircase. Stairs. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
Inner vision. Stairs. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
Inner vision. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
Stairscase. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
Detail of the stairs. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
Main façade. Inner vision. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
Vision at sunset. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique. Photography © José Campos.
Site plan. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique.
Ground floor plan. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique.
First floor plan. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique.
Sections. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique.
Elevations. House in Arrifana by Pedro Henrique.
The house designed by Pedro Henrique is located in Arrifana, quite close to a bigger village from which it still depends on, despite it retains its own identity. For the design of the house, the architect turn to a "play of volumes brought together in light", as the Le Corbusier would say, and never better say when it comes to the always bright and beautiful Portuguese light over the white walls of this house.
The inner spaces of the house go related to the outside vision, architecture from the simplicity and calm, the most brilliant Portuguese style. The clear wooden pavement is the perfect contrast point to the also white walls and ceilings. In the architect's words it is to valuable "the homogeneousness" of the house, which in a calm and peaceful way looks like being enjoying the Sun over it.
Description of the project by Pedro Henrique
The house is located in Arrifana, a small village, which is just four kilometres from the centre of the city of Santa Maria da Feira, but still maintains the strong rural features with all its charm and beauty, that characterizes this type of housing style and were the Vouga railroad persists till today.
The project is developed in a land lot characterized by its triangular shape, with little rugged topography, that establishes a superior interface with the contiguous land as well as the street level, allowing us to extend our gaze over the horizon.
The building is incorporated and occupies a large part of the land; therefor it maintains the same triangular shape. The architectural volume allows a variety of perspectives, exceeding the upper floor by its articulation with the lower floor.
The facades of the building had all the same treatment, defining a white volume, where the emptiness’s outlines the shape and regulates the entry of natural light, projecting still, an interesting set of shadows.
The interior of the house is composed with a streamlined form, with white colour on the walls, ceilings, woodwork and wood on the floor, all features, that allow the conception of a comfortable environment that values homogeneousness.
Text.- Pedro Henrique.
CREDITS. DATA SHEET.-
Architect.- Pedro Henrique.
Collaborators.- Célia Resende (structures and infrastructures).
Location.- Arrifana, Santa María da Feira, Portugal.
Date.- 2014.
Surface.- 340 sqm.
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PEDRO HENRIQUE
Pedro Henrique Nunes Silva was born in Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal on May of 1982. He studied architecture at the Art School of Porto, (Escola Superior Artística do Porto), from which he graduated in 2009. Shortly after graduation he started his professional activity in 2010 on his own account, often collaborating with other offices and architects.
With projects already completed, Pedro has worked on several architectural projects, including interior architecture and the most varied programs from housing, commercial spaces and industry. He also has some international experience, having worked in projects particularly in Angola and Italy.
