Antonio Corcuera, Aitana Lleonart. The Big Book of Lofts

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i_ The original icons of the facade bring a

discordant note to the sobriety of the straight

lines and the seriousness of the black color

that covers part of the cement structure.

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Ground floor

Upper floor

LI The two floors into which the space is divided differentiate the work

area, situated on the lower level, from the dwelling itself, which occupies

the first floor.

Crepain Binst Architecture

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The numerous glass structures that are situated on the upper floor,

along with the different spaces and levels integrated into the design, pre-

sent a unique and extravagant atmosphere, bathed completely in blue.

Despite achieving a complete visual communication, the communal zone

nas been subtly separated from the private zone using a small split level.

In this way the kitchen, lounge, and dining room are on a lower level, while

the bedroom and main bathroom are slightly raised.

BLUE LOFT

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Photos: © Amaldo Pappalardo

GAMMA-ISSA HOUSE

Marcio Kogan

he tranquility this residence transmits is in harsh contrast with the enclave

in which it has been built. It is located in Alto de Pinheiros in the Brazilian

city of Sao Paulo, which the architect himself claims is probably one of the least

beautiful cities in the world. Among the chaos and the untidiness that reign on

the streets, it is not easy for an architectural project to establish a dialogue with

its surroundings. This case is no exception given that it concerns a large, white

structure in the shape of a perimeter wall that isolates the property from the

context in which it is located, and creates a landscape of its own interior.

The owners themselves took part in the planning of the project.

Primarily it was necessary to include a large-scale shelving unit in the

lounge. This was positioned in the middle of the rectangular-shaped floor,

stretching from one end of the lounge to the other and dividing two spaces,

maintaining the double-height ceiling. As a substitute for the back wall, an

immense, retractable window faces the bookshelf and connects practically

the whole interior with the garden. Two symmetrical staircases lead to the

upper floor, which houses the master bedroom complete with a large, white

marble bath, with soft gray veining. The kitchen and the rest of the rooms,

such as the small office and meeting room, are situated behind the large

bookcase on the lower floor.

The colossal dimensions of this dwelling and its strong emphasis on open

spaces confirm it as a clear example of a construction inspired by loft fever.

The softness of the shades of the decoration achieves a restful space, which

succeeds in establishing a complex connection with the outside through the

large windows and constant openings. White dominates, as much in the

wall coverings as in the furniture, which includes a great number of design

pieces set out on large white rugs, placed over the wooden floor. Outside, a

large stone mosaic separates the dwelling from the garden, unifying the

large house with the surrounding nature.

Marcio Kogan

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HOUSE

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LJ The colossal, double-height bookcase has

been converted into the most outstanding fea-

ture of this dwelling, and has been given pride

of place in the middle of the lounge.

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