Arquitectura-G Designs Minimalist Patio House in Costa Brava with Central Courtyard
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Summary
Spanish architecture studio Arquitectura-G has completed Patio House, a minimalist single-storey home in Costa Brava that features a central courtyard design. The house is partially sunken into a sloping site overlooking Aiguablava bay and is characterized by a slim concrete roof supported by white walls. The design emphasizes indoor-outdoor living with folding timber shutters that open the interior spaces to the central courtyard, creating a seamless connection between inside and outside. The article describes the architectural features, materials, and design philosophy behind this residential project.
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Partially sunken into a sloping site overlooking the small bay of Aiguablava, the single-storey home was designed by Arquitectura-G to have a 'simple and clear' geometry, defined by a slim concrete roof perched on white walls.
The central courtyard serves as the heart of the home, with folding timber shutters allowing the interior spaces to open completely to the outdoor area.
The design emphasizes a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living, with the courtyard acting as an extension of the interior spaces.
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