recycled ocean-plastic tiles, timber, and stone shape tropical house on costa rica's coast
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recycled ocean-plastic tiles, timber, and stone shape tropical house on costa rica's coast
"The design incorporates ocean-tiles, natural cladding, exposed structures, and continuous water elements as part of a material strategy rooted in local resources and environmental conditions."
"The entrance is defined by a double-height volume that organizes circulation into an open-plan layout, arranged around a central courtyard featuring a rock garden influenced by Japanese landscape design."
"The material palette, selected by Garton Group Architecture Studio, remains consistent across interior and exterior applications, reinforcing spatial continuity between the built structure and the surrounding tropical environment."
Casa Milagros in Nosara is a residential project that combines tropical architectural principles with modern construction methods. The design features locally sourced materials like timber and stone, creating continuity between the house and its environment. An open-plan layout centers around a rock garden courtyard, influenced by Japanese design. Full-height retractable glazing connects indoor and outdoor spaces, while a consistent material palette reinforces spatial continuity. The upper level offers privacy with views of the courtyard and gardens, enhancing the relationship between the built structure and nature.
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