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A Modern Home Designed Between Two Worlds

Most homes try to separate city life from nature. Casa Entremontes by Harpa Architects does the opposite, and that is exactly what makes it stand out.

Set on a rare plot between two hills in southern Brazil, it sits right at the edge of the urban grid while still feeling completely removed from it. The architecture leans into that tension. Clean, geometric volumes appear to float above the terrain, finished in charred wood that gives the house a quiet, almost hidden presence against the surrounding greenery.

Inside, everything softens. Warm wood tones and natural light take over, creating a space that feels calm and grounded. The layout is where it gets interesting. The front volume acts as a protective shell, blocking noise and views from the street, while the private areas at the back open fully toward the landscape.

The core of the house is built around connection. Living spaces, kitchen, veranda, and outdoor areas flow together through large sliding glass openings, allowing the entire space to shift between open and intimate depending on the moment.

A pool anchors the outdoor area, while a more secluded spa at the far end offers a quieter retreat. It is a home designed not just to look good, but to adapt to how people actually live.

It does not fight its surroundings. It uses them.


 

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