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Casa Torcida

This is a project by SPG Architects and it is located at Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica. Project's program: Single family house. There are nine images for Casa Torcida.

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Project details

Project name: Casa Torcida
Location: Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
Program: Single family house
Area: Built-up area: 18,000 sf
Year: Completion: 2009
More details: Storeys: 5F
Project by: SPG Architects
Team: Project Team: Coty Sidnam, Eric Gartner • Architect of Record: Sergio Camacho de Pass
Others: Renewable Energy Systems: Solar Design - Jason Borner, Poderco • Interior Design: Andres Cova

Project images

Designer's statement

SPG Architects transformed an abandoned steel frame and concrete slab structure into a five-level, 18000 SF, indoor-outdoor residence on a rain-forested mountainside overlooking the Golfo Dulce. The house is environmentally sensitive, technologically advanced, and modernist by design.

A flexible building perimeter provides a seamless flow from inside to out that completely blends the built environment with the natural setting and the spectacular views.

The house is energy self-sufficient - appliances and lighting were chosen for low power consumption that is sourced by photovoltaic cells on the roof. Solar hot water panels provide domestic hot water.

Maximizing cross ventilation and ample overhangs have eliminated the need for air conditioning in this year-round tropical climate. As a result, this house is an indigenous yet distinctly modern piece of architecture.