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The strata
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Type
STATUS
Concept
SIZE
5000 sqft - 10,000 sqft
BUDGET
$5M - 10M
“Les Strates” is a contemporary troglodyte residence, sculpted into the sandstone massifs of AlUla, where the geological site becomes both structural matrix and spatial device. The project is based on minimal insertion into the topography, with volumes carved from the rock mass and carefully calculated light penetrations to orchestrate zenithal and lateral light. The horizontal and discreet openings act as light filters, modulating the interior ambiance according to the time of day and the sun's orientation.
The interior spaces utilize the rock as both load-bearing and furniture elements: seating, niches, tiered seating, and storage are directly hewn from the bedrock, creating a continuity between architecture and geology. The materiality relies on a mineral palette: local stone, polished concrete, and raw wood, accentuating the topographical integration and the tactile perception of the surfaces. Indoor vegetation—dwarf palms, succulents, and mosses—introduces an organic microclimate without compromising the mineral and sculptural character of the spaces.
The spatial design prioritizes continuity and fluidity: corridors, patios, and loggias are arranged to direct the gaze towards the desert, while preserving external privacy. “Les Strates” combines monolithism, discretion, and contemporary design, offering an immersive experience where light, materials, and topography define architecture as an inhabited landscape.
The interior spaces utilize the rock as both load-bearing and furniture elements: seating, niches, tiered seating, and storage are directly hewn from the bedrock, creating a continuity between architecture and geology. The materiality relies on a mineral palette: local stone, polished concrete, and raw wood, accentuating the topographical integration and the tactile perception of the surfaces. Indoor vegetation—dwarf palms, succulents, and mosses—introduces an organic microclimate without compromising the mineral and sculptural character of the spaces.
The spatial design prioritizes continuity and fluidity: corridors, patios, and loggias are arranged to direct the gaze towards the desert, while preserving external privacy. “Les Strates” combines monolithism, discretion, and contemporary design, offering an immersive experience where light, materials, and topography define architecture as an inhabited landscape.
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