Prado House

PRADO HOUSE

Olá!

This morning while reading my daily newsletter from ArchDaily, I came across an article on PRADO HOUSE.

What immediately drew me to this house is the use of concrete slabs in its construction.  For some reason, I am very attracted to homes built of concrete.  I always get the feeling that these homes would be nice and cool inside, especially when it is very hot outside.

PRADO HOUSE  - FAÇADE

Prado House is located in Zapopan, JAL, Mexico and the architects are CoA arquitectura and Estudio Macias Peredo.

The guideline of the architectural Project is established by the walls, a system of independent vertical elements that support structure and create a vestibule for spaces that compose a route in which exterior and interior relationships are consolidated.

PRADO HOUSE - EXTERIOR

The geometry generated allows the gradual unveiling of different views, creating different atmospheres around the architectural heat of the project: the central courtyard, which feeds inner spaces of the house.

PRADO HOUSE - INTERIOR

Crystal and ironwork façade closures underline the independence of wall components by means of introducing a different material palette.  The slabs on floor, mezzanine and terrace tuck into the wall coat and dress a different tone to create a contrast.

PRADO HOUSE - MEXICAN GARDEN

The house, separated from any restrictions imposed by the terrain, can be encircled almost entirely.  It welcomes the wind, speaks to us about patios and mexican gardens in its own words, from its own materials, its own creations, its own colors.

In other words, I LOVE THIS HOUSE!

- Eddy