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Artífice

The main challenges of this project were a sunken terrain and a low budget.

 

We used metal structures, a prefab system and alternative finishes. While the first story – below street level – had a small apartment, the second story – with direct access from the street – had a couple of stores. 

 

Artífice has a tropical, yet cozy aesthetic. It is enhanced by its immediate environment and material choices. Passive strategies (sustainable design) were used to appease the heat of the Costa Rican Pacific zone.

State:

Built

Location:

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Program:

+ 100 m² / 1070 ft² | 2 stories | Housing and store