Immersed in the heart of the Atlantic Forest near Partay in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the curved form of the Arca House by Atelier Marko Brajovic is inspired by an indigenous Brazilian housing typology and designed to have minimal impact on the surrounding landscape. The self-supporting arched structure that makes up the roof and side walls is made from galvalume, while floor-to-ceiling crittall-style windows on either side frame the lush trees. Photo 5 of 20 in Here Are Airbnb’s Top 10 Rentals in the Design Category

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Immersed in the heart of the Atlantic Forest near Partay in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the curved form of the Arca House by Atelier Marko Brajovic is inspired by an indigenous Brazilian housing typology and designed to have minimal impact on the surrounding landscape. The self-supporting arched structure that makes up the roof and side walls is made from galvalume, while floor-to-ceiling crittall-style windows on either side frame the lush trees.