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Vitrocsa Curved door Showroom
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Vitrocsa Guillotine Showroom
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Vitrocsa Invisible Frame
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Vitrocsa Pivoting door Showroom
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Vitrocsa Sliding door Showroom
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Vitrocsa_Manufacture
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Inside a Concrete Super House That Hangs Over a Cliff (House Tour)
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Inside a Concrete Super House That Hangs Over a Cliff (House Tour)

Evoking grandiosity through carefully considered sharp points and rounded edges, the concrete super house by Joe Adsett Architects offers unrivalled views of Toowoomba’s sweeping landscape. Creating a piece of architecture that was befitting of the location and striking natural landscape, Vitrocsa collaborated with Joe Adsett Architects to produce the concrete super house that fully embraced its location. Balancing at the very top of the site, the concrete super house offers views from East of Brisbane toward Picnic Point and Table Top Mountain. Whilst the home’s location is situated over a ridge, Joe Adsett Architects endeavoured to create more space by cantilevering away from the slope. By projecting part of the concrete super house out from the built space, the ability to create a more functional living space with privacy from surrounding neighbours arose. Arriving at the concrete super house, the gaze is immediately ensnared by the curving concrete wall that cantilevers away from the base of the home. With the garage underneath the house offering one way of entrance, it is the curved pathway leading to the deliberately oversized glass pivot door that is the striking entrance of the home. Working with Vitrocsa to create the glazing for the home, the frame of the windows was done with a slender aluminium product comprised of reinforced stainless steel. Made in Australia and designed to Swiss specifications, the framing offers unbroken views of the surrounding landscape whilst also bringing a seamless indoor-outdoor flow into the home. With restrained materials used across the exterior architecture, the interior design choices also reflect the primary theme of the concrete super house. Softened with veneered timber products and large porcelain tiles, curves and sharp points are repeated through the joinery elements. Furthermore, the furnishings also introduce soft textures and colours that bring a humanising element to the concrete super house. 00:00 - A Welcome to Cliffhanger House 00:36 - The Location of the Super House 00:46 - Building On The Edge of A Landslide Zone 01:36 - Arriving At The Site 02:00 - The Vitrocsa Glazing Suite 02:40 - A Seamless Flow From Kitchen to Outdoors 03:00 - An Extension of The Main Living Area 03:14 - The Material Palette 03:52 - Emulating The Architecture Through Furniture 04:17 - Designing Weather Flexible Houses 04:41 - The Challenging Aspect of The Cantilever For more from The Local Project: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thelocalproject/ Website – https://thelocalproject.com.au/ Print Publication – https://thelocalproject.com.au/publication/ The Local Project Marketplace – https://thelocalproject.com.au/marketplace/ To subscribe to The Local Project's Tri-Annual Print Publication see here – https://thelocalproject.com.au/subscribe/ Photography by Cam Murchison. Architecture by Joe Adsett Architects. Build by Valdal Projects. Engineering by Westera Partners. Windows by Vitrocsa. Furniture by Space. Filmed and Edited by Dan Preston. Production by The Local Project. The Local Project Acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of the land in Australia. We recognise the importance of Indigenous peoples in the identity of our country and continuing connections to Country and community. We pay our respect to Elders, past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Indigenous people of these lands. #SuperHouse #Architecture #Concrete #DreamHouse #HouseTour #House #Home #Architect #Decor #HomeTour
Embracing the Modern Concrete House Style: Architectural Marvels on Steep Mountain Slopes
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Embracing the Modern Concrete House Style: Architectural Marvels on Steep Mountain Slopes

Modern concrete houses built on steep mountain slopes exemplify a blend of innovation, durability, and aesthetic elegance. These homes leverage the robust properties of concrete to ensure stability and security on challenging terrains, addressing structural concerns with techniques like deep foundations, terracing, and retaining walls. The minimalist design, characterized by clean lines and expansive glass windows, maximizes natural light and offers breathtaking panoramic views, creating a seamless connection between the interior spaces and the surrounding natural environment. Sustainability is a cornerstone of these modern concrete structures. The thermal mass of concrete contributes to energy efficiency by maintaining stable indoor temperatures, while eco-friendly features such as solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and green roofs further enhance environmental responsiveness. Strategic architectural designs facilitate natural ventilation and lighting, reducing reliance on artificial systems and promoting a sustainable lifestyle that harmonizes with the mountainous landscape. An example of such architectural excellence can be seen in the Swiss Alps, where a concrete house blends into the rugged terrain with minimalist aesthetics and panoramic views. The use of concrete and natural materials like wood enhances the home's integration with nature, creating a warm and inviting interior that contrasts with the rugged exterior. These modern concrete houses on steep slopes showcase human ingenuity and the ability to create functional, beautiful, and sustainable living spaces in harmony with some of the most challenging and scenic landscapes. #modernhouse #concretehouse
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