Promoting connection with nature is a concern for CASACOR environments and professionals embrace trees in their projects
Submitted at Sep 21, 2020, 3:29 PM

Right in the center of the Urban Refuge , a tree stands almost like a pillar of modern architecture. Beyond it, it is possible to contemplate the surrounding vegetation, thanks to the glass walls. Despite the name seeming paradoxical, architect Marina Linhares proposes a new urbanity to the create a “city” living room in harmony with nature.
Completely open, the Renault Tree House , designed by Suite Arquitetos, truly integrates the garden with the living areas. The highlight, however, is the immense flamboyant tree, whose base is covered with Adam's ribs. All the choice of furniture and The decorative objects were based on the striking presence of the tree. Earthy tones and natural materials, such as raw stone and wood, make up the ambiance. The bathroom is open and does not have a shower. There, you can bathe amidst the plants, in the open air.
Not just one, but two flamboyant trees occupy the center of Casa Terra , designed by Paola Ribeiro. The space was designed to be a leisure and social area, which complements the house. Because of the glass and the large frames, the feeling is of It feels like being in a real garden. The lighting design by Maneco Quinderé, and the furniture with pieces by Jader Almeida and Gustavo Bittencourt, follow the curves of the tree trunks and allow you to sit “in the shade” of the trees inside the room.