Location: El Catllar (Tarragona)

Area: 432 m²

Project: 2022

Completion: 2025

The house is a single-story structure, but it has a basement of equal size to accommodate the foundation, which is located 3 meters below street level. This layout allows for an efficient design, in which the basement serves as a functional solution to take advantage of the slope of the land and facilitate access to the deep foundation without significantly altering the topography.

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Ground Floor: The main residence is laid out on a single level, featuring spacious living areas, including a bright living room, dining room, and kitchen that are visually connected to the outdoors through large windows. These windows create a seamless transition between the interior and the outdoor spaces, providing a sense of openness and brightness.

Basement: The basement, which is the same size as the ground floor, is used as a gym and garage. This design makes efficient use of all available space and provides adequate access to the foundation without incurring additional costs for deep, specialized foundations.

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Materials: The facade is clad in exposed brick, giving it a look that is both contemporary and rustic. The exposed brick not only creates a warm, timeless aesthetic but is also a durable and low-maintenance construction solution.

Design: The home features clean, straight lines and a minimalist, functional design. The geometric forms stand out, creating an interesting play of shadows throughout the day, while the details in the brick joints add texture and depth to the facade.

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The street-level entrance is higher than the foundation area, which requires the house to have a basement to accommodate the 3-meter difference in elevation. This basement makes it easier to adapt the structure without the need for drastic alterations to the terrain, thereby reducing costs and maintaining a harmonious integration with the surroundings.

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The home opens directly onto the garden and a pool area. The large windows in the living room and dining room offer views of the garden, creating a seamless connection with the outdoors. The covered terrace provides a weather-protected outdoor space for relaxation, serving as a natural extension of the living space.