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EL House Itajobi
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Itajobi, Brazil
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EL House Itajobi
Itajobi, Brazil
Firm
Type
STATUS
Built
YEAR
1964
SIZE
3000 sqft - 5000 sqft
BUDGET
$10K - 50K
When Memory and Nature Meet in a Sensitive Refurbishment
A house built in 1964, located in the heart of an old coffee farm in Itajobi, São Paulo, has been given new life through an architectural intervention that goes far beyond conventional renovation. The Casa EL project, developed by Lucas Fernandes Architects, transforms a simple rural residence into a refuge that celebrates family roots and connection with the territory.
The Concept: Architecture that Narrates Stories
The fundamental premise of the project is simple, yet profound: to rescue the essence of the place and its relationship with the green surroundings. It is a homage to rural life and the memories that permeate every corner of the property. For a retired couple, the original house—with its three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and pantry—was completely reconceived, maintaining rusticity whilst incorporating contemporary needs.
Materiality that Preserves Memory
The materials chosen function as guardians of local history. Original timber from the farm has been repurposed in doors, windows and ceilings. Reclaimed bricks compose the wood-burning stove that has become the heart of the kitchen. Slate on the countertops, cement flooring and render maintain rural authenticity. Each material element dialogues with the past, creating a visual narrative that respects time.
Strategic Reorganisation of Spaces
The internal redesign concentrated the three bedrooms on one side, connected by a central hallway with a shared bathroom. The lounge, dining room and kitchen were integrated into a single spacious and welcoming environment, further expanded by a gourmet area. The kitchen, now the focal point, features a central island that invites conviviality and an original "pass-through window" that connects the interior to the exterior area.
Elements that Tell Stories
The house is filled with details that transcend function. A dining table sculpted from timber from the farm itself. An oxcart on the veranda—a sculptural element that evokes the residents' childhood. A crochet cloth transformed into sculpture. Planters with ferns cultivated by the resident. Each object is a chapter of family memory.
Opening to Nature
The 140-square-metre residence opens completely to the vegetation at the rear through pivot glass doors. On the front façade, strategically positioned openings function as natural "viewfinders", framed by the imposing presence of a kapok tree that embraces the building. The landscape is not merely viewed, but incorporated into the living space.
A Refuge Away from the Hustle
Casa EL is not simply a refurbishment project. It is an architectural manifesto that affirms the possibility of living in harmony with one's own origins, celebrating the tranquillity of rural life without forgoing comfort. For its residents, it represents the meeting point between personal memory and the nature that has always surrounded them.
Project Details
Project: Casa EL
Location: Itajobi, São Paulo, Brazil
Area: 140 m²
Design and Execution: Lucas Fernandes Architects - https://www.instagram.com/lucasfernandesarquitetos/
Photography: Carolina Mossin - https://www.instagram.com/carolinamossinfotografia/
A house built in 1964, located in the heart of an old coffee farm in Itajobi, São Paulo, has been given new life through an architectural intervention that goes far beyond conventional renovation. The Casa EL project, developed by Lucas Fernandes Architects, transforms a simple rural residence into a refuge that celebrates family roots and connection with the territory.
The Concept: Architecture that Narrates Stories
The fundamental premise of the project is simple, yet profound: to rescue the essence of the place and its relationship with the green surroundings. It is a homage to rural life and the memories that permeate every corner of the property. For a retired couple, the original house—with its three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and pantry—was completely reconceived, maintaining rusticity whilst incorporating contemporary needs.
Materiality that Preserves Memory
The materials chosen function as guardians of local history. Original timber from the farm has been repurposed in doors, windows and ceilings. Reclaimed bricks compose the wood-burning stove that has become the heart of the kitchen. Slate on the countertops, cement flooring and render maintain rural authenticity. Each material element dialogues with the past, creating a visual narrative that respects time.
Strategic Reorganisation of Spaces
The internal redesign concentrated the three bedrooms on one side, connected by a central hallway with a shared bathroom. The lounge, dining room and kitchen were integrated into a single spacious and welcoming environment, further expanded by a gourmet area. The kitchen, now the focal point, features a central island that invites conviviality and an original "pass-through window" that connects the interior to the exterior area.
Elements that Tell Stories
The house is filled with details that transcend function. A dining table sculpted from timber from the farm itself. An oxcart on the veranda—a sculptural element that evokes the residents' childhood. A crochet cloth transformed into sculpture. Planters with ferns cultivated by the resident. Each object is a chapter of family memory.
Opening to Nature
The 140-square-metre residence opens completely to the vegetation at the rear through pivot glass doors. On the front façade, strategically positioned openings function as natural "viewfinders", framed by the imposing presence of a kapok tree that embraces the building. The landscape is not merely viewed, but incorporated into the living space.
A Refuge Away from the Hustle
Casa EL is not simply a refurbishment project. It is an architectural manifesto that affirms the possibility of living in harmony with one's own origins, celebrating the tranquillity of rural life without forgoing comfort. For its residents, it represents the meeting point between personal memory and the nature that has always surrounded them.
Project Details
Project: Casa EL
Location: Itajobi, São Paulo, Brazil
Area: 140 m²
Design and Execution: Lucas Fernandes Architects - https://www.instagram.com/lucasfernandesarquitetos/
Photography: Carolina Mossin - https://www.instagram.com/carolinamossinfotografia/
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