'house X' by agraz arquitectos, jalisco, mexico
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all images courtesy of agraz arquitectos
mexican practice
agraz arquitectos have recently finished 'house X' marking
their ten year anniversary, and is situated on a corner site,
next door to a previously built project which created the
opportunity to respond to a dialogue established by the
neighboring dwelling.
orthogonal slabs of concrete sit parallel and perpendicular to
each other, at times exposed as the raw material and at
others veneered
in white plaster. the proximity and relationships of the planes
form a series of dynamic spaces through a play of solids and
voids,
while thin slats punctuate the overall formal expression and
allow light to seep inside. natural stone masses and metal
lattice work add
texture and layers of transparency to the material palette.
the garage and services are placed below grade to hide
automobiles from public view, with a bright linear staircase
connecting all
three levels along one axis. the ground floor is divided
between the exterior patio and backyard, and the living
room, dining, kitchen, study,
bathroom and the entrance vestibule. retractable glass
panes connect the core of the residence to the outdoor area.
the upstairs is delegated
to a three bedrooms and two bathrooms. polished marble
panels tile the floors with warm wood fixtures and wall
elements breaking up
the otherwise hard surfaces.
exteriorimage © mito covarrubias
street-side elevation
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approach
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entrance to the garage
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patio
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living room
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staircase
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main staircase
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bathroom
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dining room
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kitchen and dining room
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bathroom
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bathroom sink
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sketch
floor plan / level 0
floor plan / level 1
floor plan / level -1
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elevation
elevation
elevation
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