Loft 24-7 is a residential development in Sao Paulo (Brazil) by architect Fernanda Marques. The ambition of the project is to create a residence whereby the distinction between indoors and outdoors is blurred to the point of non-existence. This experience is based around elements of minimal and simplistic design combined with an intelligent use of material; the focus has been to use 'outdoor' elements and materials in the interior, and to transport those materials associated as 'indoors' to the exterior.
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While the finished project is clearly stunning and attractive in design and simplicity, the focus on breaking down the distinction between indoors and out has resulted in creation of a house, rather than a home; the extensive use of glass leads to issues of privacy, while the palette of interior materials breeds a certain 'coldness' normally associated with commercial architecture.
The architect's website contains a diverse and extensive portfolio and is well worth a visit if you can struggle through the Portuguese!
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