Algarrobos House by Jose Maria Saez and Daniel Moreno Flores
Located in the mountains of Ecuador
I was interested in this project because I was curious about how they got those massive steel beams to fit so perfectly together. I actually found a video of the construction crew hoisting the beams individually into place with a crane. I can only imagine how much time it took to lay out the foundation and get all of the massive beams placed correctly. This residence is set out to connect the user with reality, which I think it communicates well.
The exterior feature two massive beams standing vertically on the side and in the middle of the structure. They allow people looking through photos to get a sense of scale. They also provoke a feeling of industrial uses, which could be part of the connection to reality. Many things are being mass produced these days and maybe the excessive use of the large steel beams is a constant reminder. The way the home is built into the hill side is very creative and I think the steel beams allow this to be possible because they can be placed in any way that is necessary, and also provide a good foundation.
The large outdoor space on the second floor seems as if it would be a great conversationalist piece. The stepping blocks across the water invite people to walk across it and further explore the house.
The interior is highlighted from the exterior through the use of large windows that appear to wrap around the entire house to allow residents to constantly be taking the beautiful view of Ecuadorian mountains and hills. I especially like the location of the dining room table. It sort of reminds me of House Ocho by Feldman Architects. The view from the table is just spectacular and incredible. I do not think I would actually eat anything if I had the pleasure of being invited into this home. I would be too busy taking in my surroundings. Another room I would like to point out is the bedroom. The consideration for bring the outside “in” is really clear here. I can not even imagine how nice it would be to wake up to a view like that every morning. The clarity of the view through the windows is a great element of the home. It delivers an unobstructed view of the surroundings from the safety of your home. This seems to a prominent theme in almost all of the homes I have discusses in my journal this semester. I have also managed to be interesting in homes that usually use all natural materials or at least some throughout the exterior and interior of the homes.
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