Raul House
ARCHITECTS
Mathias Klotz, Magdalena Bernstein
CONSTRUCTOR
Marco Maureira
MANUFACTURERS
Aisanglass, Isover, Volcan
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
Patricio Stagno
YEAR
2007
AREA
180 m²
LOCATION
Paine, Chile
CATEGORY
Houses
The Raul House is a getaway house for the weekend, located in the hills surrounding the Aculeo Lagoon, 60 kilometeres from Santiago.
It's for family use, developed in one level throughout a continuous space that gives amplitude and flexibility.
The house is located in the side of a hill with a strong slope that allows excellent views 180º from east to west, with views to the lagoon and the Andes Mountains.
It's rectangular plan includes a covered terrace to the north and east so the family can enjoy the views protected from the sun and rain in any season.
The low budget was a main issue so basic materials and technology were used in its construction.
The structure uses concrete piles on its base, and a steel and wood structure for the rest.
The exterior of the house is dark so it can blend with the landscape, while the interior is white so the brightness increases.