living on the edge
Located on the remote tip of the south-central coast of Chile, Buchupureo. The house sits on a steep slope clutching the cliff hovering over the ocean. The structure comprised of local pine is almost entirely exposed, setting the shape of the house. The house develops three spatial situations that respond to the acts of resting (dog resting) with all spaces seeking the panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. The terrace serves as a hall, it is proposed as an intermediate space located between two interior spaces, it provides wind protection and allows cohabitation in the extension of the ocean. The materials of the project establishes a close relationship with the local architecture, using wood and stone as predominant materials. But above all the house responds to the environment, family and the luckiest pooch ever !
Images courtesy of Alvaro Ramírez + Clarisa Elton