Aviator's House

Aviator's House draws inspiration from the sleek, curved form of a glider's wing. The central volume features a lightweight, curved roof that resembles the wing, providing shelter over the social area while seamlessly connecting the interior and exterior spaces.
Built in the Aviation capital of Brazil, the house was designed for an aviation enthusiast and his family. The brief was simple: a house to grow old in, integrated with nature and inspired by the Brazilian modernism legacy.
Organized into three volumes—a pair designated for family and service and a central one serving as the social hub—the house's design emphasized connectivity. The social pavilion features an open-plan living area stretching the length of the house. It encompasses a spacious indoor garden, fireplace, living room, indoor and outdoor kitchens, a pool overlooking the garden, and an outdoor courtyard. Large windows and skylights allow natural light to flood the interior and provide stunning views of the surrounding greenery.
The design focused on the utilization of locally sourced materials and furniture crafted by Brazilian designers, reflecting the essence of the project's location. A thick rammed earth wall, constructed using earth extracted from the site itself, spans the length of the house, ensuring privacy and integrating the structure with the natural surroundings.