Residential Architecture

The Courtyard Retreat

A private sanctuary arranged around a garden at its heart.

Overview

The Courtyard Retreat turns inward, arranging every room around a planted courtyard that brings light, air, and seasonal change into the heart of the home.

The Concept

The concept is a sequence of thresholds. Moving through the house, the courtyard is always present, framed differently from each room.

Material & Atmosphere

Rammed earth, weathered timber, and terracotta tiles ground the house in its landscape and age gracefully with time.

Design Highlights

A planted courtyard at the center of the plan
Filtered daylight in every room
Natural ventilation and shade
Seamless indoor and outdoor living

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