EA House by Jacobsen Arquitetura

Presented by MFC

_project: EA House
_architecture: Jacobsen Arquitetura
_location: Porto Feliz, Brazil

In contemporary architecture, the integration between the built environment and the surrounding natural landscape has become a symbol of sensitive, modern design. This approach creates spaces that blur the lines between indoor and outdoor, enhancing the connection with nature and promoting a sense of permeability that extends beyond physical boundaries. Jacobsen Arquitetura excels in embracing these principles, crafting projects that respect and celebrate their natural contexts. By harmonizing architectural elements with the environment, their designs offer fluid transitions and a balanced coexistence between human-made structures and the natural world.

The EA House, located in Porto Feliz, in the state of São Paulo, embraces this design philosophy. Located on a prominent plot within a residential condominium, the house is designed for a family spanning multiple generations. The initial concept emerged from the topographical characteristics of the site, which includes a plateau with expansive views of the hills and the condominium. The architects chose to position the house on the highest point of the plot, minimizing alterations to the natural terrain and integrating the building into the landscape.

The design features a linear pavilion structure, where a long, oblique volume contains the private quarters, intersected by a perpendicular axis housing social and leisure spaces. These areas open onto two gardens, reinforcing the project's connection to nature. The use of horizontal planes, including a green roof and wide overhangs, creates a sense of lightness, while vertical wooden brises offer rhythm to the façades. Inside, large glass windows frame the landscape, and when opened, they dissolve the boundary between the interior and the outdoor verandas.

A key element of the project is its promenade architecturale, which guides visitors through a journey of light, shadow, and greenery. As visitors approach the house, a winding cobblestone path leads to a generous 13.5-meter-long canopy, which serves as an inviting entryway. The interiors are designed with natural materials, creating a relaxed atmosphere suited to the house's rural setting. From the family gathering areas to private guest quarters, every aspect of the EA House fosters a deep connection with its surroundings, making it a quintessential example of Jacobsen Arquitetura’s dedication to fluid, nature-centric design.

_article written by Daniela Moreira da Silva
_film by Architecture Hunter
_cover and image scroll by Fernando Guerra

_drawings by Jacobsen Arquitetura

1. Ground Floor Plan

2. Implantation

3. Underground Floor Plan