Fernanda Canales Designs Circular 'Solar Clock' House in Valle de Bravo, Mexico
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Summary
Architect Fernanda Canales has designed a circular house called House 720 Degrees in Valle de Bravo, Mexico, that functions as a 'solar clock' by tracking sunlight throughout the day. The 1,115-square-meter residence is oriented to capture panoramic views of the landscape while using its circular form to create different lighting conditions and spatial experiences as the sun moves. The design emphasizes connection to nature, with materials like concrete, wood, and glass creating a harmonious relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces.
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Completed in 2024, House 720 Degrees spreads 1,115 square metres (12,000 square feet) across 2 acres in an area outside of Valle de Bravo called La Reserva Peñitas.
The house functions as a 'solar clock' that tracks the movement of the sun throughout the day, creating different lighting conditions and spatial experiences.
The circular form allows for panoramic views of the surrounding landscape while creating a sense of enclosure and protection.
Materials like concrete, wood, and glass were used to create a harmonious relationship between the built environment and the natural surroundings.
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