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Sumit Singhal
Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. Casa Baladrar in Benissa, Alicante by Langarita-Navarro ArquitectosFebruary 22nd, 2014 by Sumit Singhal
Article source: Langarita-Navarro Arquitectos The scattered and trans-European city that the mountainous coast of Alicante has become, houses a heterogeneous population that is drawn to the sun, the sea, the temperate climate, the convenient public services and the leafy greenery. The promise of relaxing and hedonistic experiences captivates both seasonal tourists and long-term residents who see their expectations fulfilled amongst jasmine and bougainvilleas. The project draws from this context and is designed to meet the demands of multiple families in the summertime and as a haven for retirees the rest of the year.  Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz
 Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz The house rests on terraces that were once used for farming, which resolve the steep gradient of the terrain. The plot’s sloping nature means that there are some spectacular views of the sea from its upper reaches, while the lower portion looks over a wooded streambed that carries water into a pebble-strewn cove. The house takes advantage of the views and the breeze and makes the most of the uneven terrain and vegetation for the creation of small areas where activities can take place simultaneously, day and night.  Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz The existing trees were preserved and new species added in an effort to conquer the promising exuberance of local flora. The interior spaces are arranged in a cascade, with common areas on the upper floor adjoining the terraces with their views, and bedrooms on the lower floor with access to the garden and swimming pool.  Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz The detail proposed for the openings eliminates all presence of glass when they are drawn back, transforming the house into an enormous porch that provides continuity between outside and inside activities. The building uses the thermal inertia of the concrete and stone to its advantage, combining it with the lightness of the avocado green latticework and the glass tiles to create a cool and well-ventilated atmosphere. The house’s geometry and mineral quality reflect the impressive Peñón de Ifach and respond to a desire for time travel, with a minimum amount of maintenance.  Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz  Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz  Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz  Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz  Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz  Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz  Image Courtesy © Luis Diaz Diaz  Image Courtesy © Langarita-Navarro Arquitectos  Image Courtesy © Langarita-Navarro Arquitectos  Image Courtesy © Langarita-Navarro Arquitectos  Image Courtesy © Langarita-Navarro Arquitectos  Image Courtesy © Langarita-Navarro Arquitectos  Image Courtesy © Langarita-Navarro Arquitectos
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