This 80s Beach House Was Transformed Into a Seamless Ocean Retreat

Renovations often try to overwrite what is already there. Angra House by Arthur Casas takes a more measured approach, working with the original structure to create something that feels more open, more connected, and better suited to how the house is actually used.

Originally built in the 1980s, the L shaped volume remains intact, but almost everything around it has been reconsidered. Facades were opened up, windows replaced with wider openings and balconies, and internal walls removed to create a more fluid layout. The result is a house that moves naturally between spaces, with fewer barriers and a stronger connection to the outside.

For another project that blends strong architecture with a restrained material palette, Casa Modico explores clean lines and natural textures to create a calm, modern living space.

That connection is the defining element. Large openings frame views of the ocean and Ilha Grande, while materials like raw stone, woven straw ceilings, and mashrabiyas bring texture and depth without competing with the landscape. Where direct views are not possible, internal gardens, skylights, and natural light continue that relationship with the environment.

If you are drawn to homes that balance openness with privacy, Casa Tobi offers a thoughtful layout that connects indoor spaces with the surrounding landscape in a more structured way.

The layout reflects how the house is used. Social spaces flow into each other and extend outward to terraces designed for gathering, while private areas remain more contained. It is a quiet but effective transformation, turning a dated structure into a space that feels both grounded in its surroundings and aligned with modern living.

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