JK House

JK HOUSE

João de Barro Arquitetura

JK House
© Keniche Santos

ARCHITECTS
João de Barro Arquitetura

LEAD ARCHITECT
Diogo Mendes Gonçalves

DESIGN TEAM
Lucas Borges Pereira

ENGINEERING
Teca Engenharia e Construtora

MANUFACTURERS
GRAPHISOFT, Lumion, EXCELÊNCIA ESQUADRIAS, ILUMINÉR ILUMINAÇÃO, LINDOMAR MÓVEIS, Nova Vidros, Portobello, Romagnoli, Stella, Trimble Navigation

COLLABORATOR
Raphaella Beatriz Mendes

LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Hall Paisagismo

PHOTOGRAPHER
Keniche Santos

AREA
434 m²

YEAR
2020

LOCATION
Brazil

CATEGORY
Houses

JK House
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English description provided by the architects.

Located in a gated community in the countryside of Minas Gerais, this residence is a prime example of contemporary architecture that seeks to blend rustic and minimalist elements.

JK House
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JK House
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The project stands out for its palette of refined, natural materials.

The façade and living area feature charred wood using the Japanese Shou Sugi Ban technique, which provides the material with a unique aesthetic and increased durability.

JK House
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JK House
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The house is clad in natural concrete slats, while the cumaru wood slatted ceiling extends through the entire social area and the couple’s bath suite, adding warmth and sophistication.

The large social area is the heart of the house, where the kitchen, dining room, and living room are harmoniously integrated.

JK House
© Keniche Santos
JK House
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A central kitchen island and a long wooden dining table create inviting spaces for gathering.

In the living room, the Shou Sugi Ban wood panel and the natural stone wall add texture and depth.

JK House
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JK House
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The residence opens onto the leisure area through large glass panels and an articulated wooden brise on the façade, purposefully angled to ensure privacy and thermal comfort for the residents.

The connection between spaces is one of the project’s strengths. The system of folding aluminum panels and doors, known as “camarão,” which separates the bedroom block, creates a fluid transition between the social and private areas.

JK House
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JK House
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The more intimate rooms, such as the bedrooms and office, maintain the same aesthetic coherence, with stone and wood walls, and indirect lighting that highlights the details.

The bathrooms are true wellness retreats, featuring soaking tubs and a cozy design that provides a spa-like experience.

JK House
© Keniche Santos
JK House
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In short, this house is a design manifesto, where every detail has been carefully considered to create a unique living experience.

It is a space that inspires tranquility, combining the comfort of modern living with a deep connection to the natural environment and an appreciation for artisanal and sustainable techniques.

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Roof Plan
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Ground Floor Plan


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Section B
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Section A
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Section E
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Elevation