The interior presents high spaces defined by the change in slab heights that create a very social and familiar atmosphere. The main centre of Casa Hilca is the huge Parota tree in the backyard, contrasting the use of bare concrete. The tree constantly changes the atmosphere of the interior of the house for its lights and shadows, with each season of the year looking completely different.
The materials chosen for Casa Hilca were on one hand very cold materials (bare concrete, steel beams, grey, white and black colours). These were contrasted with very warm materials (wood, natural stone), thus achieving a balance. Colima is a very warm state, which is why we chose to play with tall spaces and fresh materials such as concrete and stone, avoiding placing the windows on the west wall and protecting them with lattices.
Project name: Hilca House
Architects: Di Frenna Arquitectos – http://www.difrennaarquitectos.com/
Location: Villa de Alvarez, Colima, Mexico
Area: 516 m²
Year: 2018
Photographer: Oscar Hernández – https://www.oscarhernandez.com.mx/
Lead Architect : Matia Di Frenna Muller
Other Participants : Matia Di Frenna Müller, Juan Guardado, Mariana de la Mora
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