HOUSE BARN is an unconventional project born from the client's vision to create a small residential house on the grounds of a private office, situated near the main building and adjacent to a guest residence, where the KITCHEN GD project was previously realized. The concept was to create a "shack," "cabin," or "treehouse" for seclusion, quiet work, or overnight stays when late hours at the main office block required a retreat.
The exterior is composed of natural materials in large formats, chosen for their durability and graceful aging—textured stone, oxidized dark metal, and thermo-treated wood. The architecture also integrates high-quality hidden engineering systems, alongside specific structural solutions for seismic resistance—an especially relevant consideration after recent significant earthquakes that occurred just before the project’s design phase.
Directly behind the house, adjacent to the bathroom, lies a serene pond with water lilies and a flat surface, complemented by an architectural waterfall cascading gently down the wall. This feature, along with the minimalist landscaping, enhances the sense of tranquility and harmony with nature, especially when viewed from the bath