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Guaimbê House

Guaimbê House

Campinas, SP, Brazil

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Guaimbê House

Campinas, SP, Brazil

Firm

Padovani Arquitetos

Type

Residential › Private House

STATUS

Built

YEAR

2023

SIZE

3000 sqft - 5000 sqft

Placed in the interior of São Paulo, on a gently sloping plot, the home designed by architect Lucas Padovani for his family reflects a deep connection between the home, nature, and family memories.
The volume, shaped by two perpendicular blocks with a slight difference in levels, embraces the garden, creating a continuous and fluid space where each room enjoys generous views of the surrounding natural landscape. In a conceptual and poetic premise that mirrors the architect's and his family's personality, this design gesture of placement translates the essence of seeking a unique and discreet appearance from the outside, while being intensely open on the inside, where the flow of interaction and the sensory experiences of daily life fill the spaces with the delicacy of detail.
The transverse slab is dedicated to the living spaces and has a functional layout that begins with an entrance hall surrounded by two internal gardens. These gardens, strategically positioned throughout the house, bring the tropicality so present in the architect's designs to the heart of the home. This transverse slab unfolds into the TV room, living room, and dining room, where a slight difference in level makes the TV room more intimate, even without any visual barrier between these spaces. The entire service block runs parallel, ensuring a functional flow without visually interfering with the prominence of this large void that integrates the social spaces. The kitchen is positioned to seamlessly transition into the external living area, harmoniously linking the living room with the gourmet space.
On the other hand, the longitudinal slab is reserved for the private area of the residence, which gently rises from the ground level to present an appearance of lightness and prominence. This block houses the office and suites, one of which is the master suite. With a wide and centrally located corridor, the private circulation intentionally does not reveal the relationship with the natural light and ventilation each room enjoys. Upon entering the spaces facing the front facade, private gardens reappear, with the tropical landscaping framing the rooms in a more intimate way. Meanwhile, the rooms facing the central area of the plot enjoy expansive natural views. The various ways the residents interact with natural light and ventilation are distinctive features in the architect's designs.
Generous openings, like frames that capture the exterior beauty, allow the house to unfold toward the garden in a continuous embrace. The connection between the interior and the exterior fuses delicately, with natural ventilation regulating the temperature on hot days and fresh air filling the home. The interior space, at times soft and cozy, at times vibrant, reflects the essence of the family’s daily life, enhancing the joy of being at home. In the private wing, one of the highlights is the master bathroom, which opens to a private garden, offering a tranquil retreat within the home. The children's bedrooms and the office follow the same principle of integration, with large openings that allow natural light and views of the surrounding greenery.
Taking advantage of the plot’s slope, the creation of a lower floor to accommodate wellness spaces became a natural and priority decision. This intimate space includes a gym and spa, with a dry sauna and an immersion bathtub, reflecting the family’s healthy lifestyle.
In terms of materials, the residence applies wood tones ranging from medium to dark, creating an elegant contrast that dialogues with the light landscaping and white walls. The use of wood naturally harmonizes with the landscaping and the smoothness of the interior surfaces, resulting in a visually welcoming composition. The facades are marked by a long, slender eave made of metal structure and clad in cumaru wood. This eave crowns the entire perimeter of the house, connecting the two perpendicular blocks. The use of natural materials also appears in gable walls clad in Moledo stone and the pool, which is entirely covered with large natural slate tiles. The bedroom block is enveloped with corten-tone aluminum panels, designed with irregular slats and pantographic openings.
Inside, the small details of finishes and decor reveal the care taken in curating the design pieces, carefully selected for the space. The Tai coffee table, designed by the architect himself, made of carbon steel and various types of Brazilian woods, occupies the heart of the living room, surrounded by the Jangada armchair by Jean Gillon and the Girafa chair by Lina Bo Bardi, creating a harmonious dialogue between design icons. The mix of black carbon steel pieces complements the ensemble, while the gray, brown, and gray-green textiles complete the chosen color palette.
The cultural and personal references of the architect permeate the entire house: works of art and objects collected during travels engage in dialogue with the natural surroundings and the architecture, creating an atmosphere full of meaning and emotional memory. We can notably find the architect’s admiration for northeastern Brazilian art, with two unique sculptures made from solid Massaranduba wood roots by the artist Nen, as well as other works sourced from Ilha do Ferro, and paintings by Brazilian artists in marquetry and pointillism. In the TV room, the architect placed yet another piece of his own design, the Degrau table, made of carbon steel and concrete slats, part of a special series of furniture developed for the market.
The generous gardens were designed by blending plant masses with large grassy areas that allow for playful activities for the couple’s three daughters. Along this path, a cumaru wood deck connects the pool to the porch, from which two large sand patches are visible on the lawn, a favorite area for the children to play in the garden. Two sculpted staircases in the unevenness of the land also serve as meeting points for contemplation of daily life. The family and emotional interaction is the central guiding element of this project.

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