agustin lozada blends concrete and glass for pair of low-cost housing units in argentina

architect agustin lozada has completed ‘casas catalinas’, two housing units in rio ceballos, argentina. located in the mountains of cordoba and photographed by gonzalo viramonte, the housing units employ a simple yet efficient design. each house has an area of 110 square meters and is designed under a low-cost budget with funding from the government. the houses are inserted in a neighborhood of high density, requiring a thoughtful design in order to allow for privacy and comfort.

all images © gonzalo viramonte 

the homes are closed off from the public area and open onto a private lot. a variety of glazed surfaces, galleries and pergolas connect the interior of the homes to the outside. the structural integrity is revealed through the simple design: the foundation plates, partitions, and beams of reinforced concrete are made visible. high-quality materials were employed to ensure low-maintenance for the families. 

textured concrete creates a filtered effect for the home

each home is 110 square meters

a series of galleries and pergolas transition the space from interior to exterior

glass façades are contrasted with thick concrete

the architect prioritized simple yet austere design techniques

the perforated concrete filters natural daylight within the home

the homes open onto a private interior lot

exterior courtyards create transitional moments throughout the design

the low-maintenance design ensures a low-cost housing solution for the two young families

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