"Tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac near São Paulo's Ibirapuera Park, Casa MA, designed by RUA 141 arquitetura, proves that constraint can be a powerful design catalyst. With just 13 feet of frontage and a depth of just under 60 feet, the narrow lot might suggest compromise. Instead, the house unfolds as a layered, light-filled retreat shaped by movement, materials, and nature integration."
"A steel structure became the backbone of the new house, chosen for its speed, precision, and reduced impact on the tight site. From this framework emerged a 1,453-square-foot residence organized across three levels and split into two volumes, bridged by metal walkways for connection. At the heart of the plan is a small garden anchored by a native araçá tree."
Casa MA occupies a 13-foot-wide by nearly 60-foot-deep lot on a quiet cul-de-sac near São Paulo's Ibirapuera Park. The residence totals 1,453 square feet across three levels and two volumes connected by metal walkways. A steel structure was used for speed, precision, and reduced on-site impact during construction. A central garden anchored by a native araçá tree brings daylight and enables cross-ventilation through the narrow footprint. Bedrooms face the green core to create inward-facing retreats. The layout prioritizes openness, flexibility, and seamless indoor-outdoor connection to suit an active couple and growing family needs.
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