House of the Week 162: Maracanã House

The Maracanã House in São Paulo, Brazil was designed by Danilo Earth of Brazilian practice Earth and Tuma Arquitectos Asociados. The rough bare appearance at the entry is translated to the spartan interior of exposed concrete blockwork and flooring. The open plan living areas unfold to lush walled gardens, attempting to find balance with the natural and man-made surroundings.