EL ESCORIAL
MADRID / SPAIN
Single House
A private home.
The distribution of space through the interaction of patiosaxis is one of the main features of the house. Combines light and shadow. Use a strong inside-outside’relationship’with large windows and wings.
The shape of the house creates a protected courtyard, shielded from the noise, and at the same time in the most optimal orientation in terms of sun exposure.
The simple plan layout is oriented around a large social area in center of the house giving each “wing” is own private area but also eliminates all hallways space.
The basic rectangle defined by walls of brick and wood fence in the short sides of 15.00 x 32.50 m, The central courtyard is square and is 10,00 m x 10,00 m.
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