Project
Seriema House
Category
Best Implemented Project of Private Residence
About the project (provided by the applicant)
Nestled between mountain views and dense forest, Seriema House embodies contrast — open and luminous on one side, intimate and shaded on the other.
Inspired by the graceful Seriemas birds that roam the site, the house is designed as a space for contemplation, gathering, and poetry. A curving black stone wall divides the home into two realms: A vibrant social space, bathed in light and music, overlooking the mountains; and a peaceful retreat, shaded by the forest, dedicated to rest and introspection.
The locally sourced portuguese stones anchor the house to its surroundings, reinforcing its connection to the place. More than a shelter, Seriema House is an experience between time, place, and poetry.
Location
Brumadinho, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Project implementation year
2024
Project website
https://www.tetro.com.br/casaseriema
Extra visual materials
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10g835YsRyb_-muZp9xJa064nSKyUKZEp?usp=drive_link
Applicant
Tetro Architecture
Architectural office based in Belo Horizonte — Brazil, and operating globally, Tetro is formed by the architects Carlos Maia, Débora Mendes and Igor Macedo. The office's professional practice is based on the careful study of the premises and conditions of the location and the client, seeking a unique and irreplicable solution for each project. Fundamentals such as integration with nature, use of natural materials and exploration of empty spaces are characteristics that permeate all the works.
Author of the project
Carlos Maia, Debora Mendes, Igor Macedo
Photo
Luisa Lage
Other participants
Contributors:
Bruno Bontempo
Bianca Carvalho
Bruna Maciel
Carolina Amaral
Saulo Saraiva
Sabrina Freitas
Status of the project
Implemented
