comScore
CASACOR
Architecture

Arthur Casas: minimalism and integration of spaces at Casa JY

The summer house featured open spaces to incorporate nature into the project and sustainable actions to save resources.

By Yeska Coelho

Submitted at Feb 5, 2021, 4:47 AM

05 min de leitura
Arthur Casas: minimalism and integration of spaces at Casa JY
A fresh, cozy space in which nature played a leading role in the decoration was the result obtained with the Casa JY project , by architect Arthur Casas .
Casa JY was divided into two volumes, with the upper one housing suites and a leisure area

(Fernando Guerra/CASACOR)

Located in the interior of São Paulo, at Fazenda Boa Vista, the summer house was built for a family with two adult children. It was divided into two volumes: the ground floor where the social area is located, and the upper floor which accommodates three suites , a gym and a games room . The 1,127 m² of built area seem even larger when you are on the ground floor. This is due to a smart choice by architect Arthur Casas , who gave up the walls and invested in the total integration of the social area with the outside.
Integration between the social and external areas with a view of the pool

(Fernando Guerra/CASACOR)

Despite being quite airy and open, the architect was also concerned with ensuring that the house provided more privacy for the family, thus preserving the walls on the side that is exposed to the street.
JY house outdoor pool

(Fernando Guerra/CASACOR)

living room with white sofa, wooden table and wooden furniture separating the space

(Fernando Guerra/CASACOR)

For the architect, the biggest challenge encountered in executing the project was creating large cantilevers and openings in a very slender structure. The solution was to use the spaces between the floors to create inverted beams.
white house with black upper floor and abundant nature

(Fernando Guerra/CASACOR)

One of the client's wishes was for his property to differentiate itself from the homes in the neighborhood. To achieve this, the facade cladding was made of lead gray aluminum, which is not only different, but also requires little maintenance.

Sustainable actions in Arthur Casas’ project


Investing in an open space ensured better use of natural light during the day. Meanwhile, the landscaping incorporated nature in the best way, making the place cooler.
sunrise in the outdoor area of the JY house

(Fernando Guerra/CASACOR)

A green roof is also presented as an example of sustainable action, and plates that capture sunlight to heat water in the residence are also present.
green roof in JY house project by Arthur Casas

(Fernando Guerra/CASACOR)

The decks are made of plastic wood , and cross-circulation of air helps reduce air conditioning consumption on hotter days. [April-see-also]W3siaWQiOjEwMDEyNSwidGl0bGUiOiJVcmJhbiBKdW5nbGU6IDYgYW1iaWVudGVzIGRhIENBU0FDT1IgY29tIHBsYW50YXMgbmEgZGVjb3JhJiN4RTc7JiN4RTM7byJ9LHsiaWQ i OjkxMzQ3LCJ0aXRsZSI6IkNhc2FzIFN1c3RlbnQmI3hFMTt2ZWlzOiBjb25oZSYjeEU3O2Egb3 IGRlIEFydGh1ciBDYXNhcywgJiN4RTk7IHVtIGVzcGV0JiN4RTE7Y3VsbyBkZSBhcnF1aXRldHVyYSJ9XQ==[/abril-see-also]