Santa Celina minimalist residence by Taller Arquitectura Mar del Plata
Located in the lush, tree-filled neighborhood of Santa Celina in southern Mar del Plata, this compact residence by Taller Arquitectura Mar del Plata redefines spatial living through minimal design.
Positioned on a centrally located Pampean-Argentinian plot with a unique elevation drop toward the main street, the house embraces both its topographic complexity and the surrounding landscape.
With a quiet tree-lined road in front and a green pedestrian path to the north-facing rear, the site is ideally situated for a thoughtful architectural response.
Despite its small footprint, the house employs an innovative layout that maximizes space without compromising functionality.
A central semi-sunken courtyard serves as the connective hub for multiple circulation paths within the home. This core design strategy supports a continuous spatial flow, aligning with the architect’s commitment to functional simplicity and spatial coherence.
The movement within the home feels unrestricted, with each route leading naturally to the courtyard, encouraging interaction between interior and exterior areas.
Structurally, the house by Taller Arquitectura Mar del Plata achieves visual impact through its straightforward yet efficient construction system. Inverted concrete beams cantilever outward from the roof slab, creating distinct front and rear façades.
These beams are not only structural but also shape the aesthetic language of the house. A parallel line of structural steel columns supports these beams, reinforcing both form and function.
The steel elements are carefully aligned with the property boundaries, lending rhythm and clarity to the overall framework.
At the second level, a concrete canopy folds inward, wrapping the structure with a continuous gesture that defines the entire spatial experience.
The folded form establishes a singular horizontal plane, under which vanishing points guide the viewer’s eye across the interior. The boundaries between spaces dissolve, generating a seamless connection between the built and natural environments.
This architectural fluidity removes the need for conventional separations and enhances the house’s relationship to its surroundings.
A suspended deck on the first level, supported by a system of steel tensors, further emphasizes the structural expression of the house.
The use of double-height columns underlines the scale and geometry of the space while allowing light and air to circulate freely.
No additional ornamentation is needed, the raw materials and geometry speak for themselves, embodying the essence of minimalism.
Photography by Obra Linda, with courtesy of Taller Arquitectura Mar del Plata
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