VAULTED ROOF TOPS RESIDENCE BY CRISTIÁN NANZER IN ARGENTINA
Architect Cristián Nanzer unveils Casa R&C, a residence nestled within a suburban neighborhood in the southwestern part of Córdoba, Argentina. Photographer Gonzalo Viramonte casts his lens on this architectural composition that centers around five parallel vaulted bands, each 3.45 meters wide and spanning 15.50 meters in length. These structural elements define the spatial organization of the project and establish a construction module that governs every aspect of the design. The vaulted roof, functioning as a parasol, extends over the north and south facades, creating transitional spaces between indoors and outdoors. Under this roof, the dual nature of Casa R&C emerges: a robust, cyclopean concrete base anchors the ground floor, while the vaulted upper level emphasizes lightness, transparency, and sweeping views.
CASA R&C’S PLOT ORIENTATION LEADS TO THE LAYOUT COMPOSITION
The plot of the establishment, measuring 25.45 by 59 meters, enjoys a south-facing front and slopes gently toward its northern rear boundary, which opens to a scenic golf course. This context led the Córdoba-based architects at Cristián Nanzer to proceed with the layout of the house, locating the social areas to the first floor for panoramic views, while bedrooms and daily living spaces are tucked into the north-facing ground floor, connected to the garden.
Access to the home is through a double-height space that offers views of the golf course. A staircase within this volume connects the upper and lower floors, facilitating movement between the interior spaces and the garden, complete with a pool. The ground floor, acting as a podium, integrates the terrain’s natural slope, resolving access points and providing a solid foundation for the lightweight structure above.
CYCLOPEAN WALLS ECHO SOUTH AMERICAN BUILDING TRADITIONS
The design of the residence celebrates local craftsmanship and South American building traditions, combining sturdy walls and vaulted ceilings with a contemporary look to architecture. Cyclopean concrete walls ground the base of Casa R&C, while exposed brickwork forms its distinctive vaults, diffusing warm, soft light throughout the interiors. To preserve the purity of the vaulted ceiling, Cristián Nanzer’s team visibly routes utility installations through galvanized piping reminiscent of industrial buildings. Adding to the overall appearance, an independent sculptural water tank enhances the entrance’s prominence while serving functional purposes. This approach stays true to its regional and cultural roots while delivering a contemporary feel.
▲ 該建筑布局以五個并列的拱形屋頂為中心展開
this architectural composition centers around five parallel vaulted bands
▲ 這些結(jié)構(gòu)要素界定了該項目的空間布局
these structural elements define the spatial organization of the project
▲ 拱形屋頂像一把陽傘一樣向南北立面延伸
the vaulted roof, functioning as a parasol, extends over the north and south facades
▲ 在這屋頂之下,R&C住宅的雙重特性顯現(xiàn)出來
under this roof, the dual nature of Casa R&C emerges
▲ 一個堅固的、巨構(gòu)的混凝土基座錨固著底層,而拱形屋頂則顯得很輕盈
a robust, cyclopean concrete base anchors the ground floor, while the vaulted upper level emphasizes lightness
▲ 這座住宅的布局設(shè)計保證正面朝南
the plot of the establishment enjoys a south-facing front
▲ 該住宅北部的邊界面向一個風(fēng)景優(yōu)美的高爾夫球場
its northern rear boundary opens to a scenic golf course
▲ 裸露的磚砌結(jié)構(gòu)形成了獨特的拱頂
exposed brickwork forms the distinctive vaults
項目信息:
名稱:R&C住宅
建筑師: Cristián Nanzer | @cristian.nanzer
地點:阿根廷科爾多瓦La Cascada社區(qū)
技術(shù)指導(dǎo):Cristián Nanzer, Daniel Villani
合作者:Lourdes Cuadro, Juan Dimuro
結(jié)構(gòu)工程師:Edgar Morán
施工:Estudio Nebreda & Villani (Adriana Nebreda, Daniel Villani)
景觀設(shè)計:Estudio Paisaje Contemporáneo | @paisajecontemporaneo
電氣安裝:Gabriel Canelo
木工:Anodal Company
攝影:Gonzalo Viramonte | @gonzaloviramonte
project info:
name: Casa R&C
architect: Cristián Nanzer | @cristian.nanzer
location: Barrio La Cascada, Córdoba, Argentina
technical direction: Cristián Nanzer, Daniel Villani
collaborators: Lourdes Cuadro, Juan Dimuro
structural engineer: Edgar Morán
construction: Estudio Nebreda & Villani (Adriana Nebreda, Daniel Villani)
landscape design: Estudio Paisaje Contemporáneo | @paisajecontemporaneo
electrical installations: Gabriel Canelo
carpentry: Anodal Company
photography: Gonzalo Viramonte | @gonzaloviramonte