The latest architectural offering from Estudio Santiago Fernandez + Candida Tabet Arquitetura is the project Murillo 1665, a group of five duplexes arranged around a housing complex in a wooded area of Montevideo, Uruguay.
Arranged in a star shape, each house was arranged to welcome a majestic tree in their proper plots — a major priority of the project. Thin strips of glass pierce the back façades of the houses to let in natural light while protecting the privacy of its habitants. In contrast, the main living areas come fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows that open up to the garden, outdoor patio and barbecue area.
Visually, the houses make an impact as two-storey gabled volumes intersected with a white rectangular element at its center. Dark wood and corrugated sheeting alternate with solar-protected double-glass panels, providing thermal insulation and underlining the studio’s commitment to responsible, sustainable design.
Led by Uruguayan architect Santiago Fernandez and Brazilian architect Candida Tabet, the studio was founded in 2000 and has since realised architectural, interior and design projects worldwide. Follow them on Instagram.
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