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The Atrium House by Francisco Silvestre Navarro

Anna Kidman - Tuesday, November 09, 2010

 

The Atrium House in Valencia, Spain by architect Francisco Silvestre Navarro is a L-shaped house that embraces minimalism to an extreme. In a very simple linear shape on a square site, it has a strong emphasis on horizontal lines with the house's exterior surrounding a wide courtyard and lap swimming pool. Inside, the colour palette is kept to white and neutrals, making it a perfect canvas for artwork and furniture. Floor to ceiling glass windows and sliding walls enable the exterior and interior to become one. The entire house breathes a sense of tranquility and calm.