Just you, a few secluded modern brick homes, and one of the best surfing beaches on the Pacific Coast. Surfers spend a lot of time searching for the ultimate surfing experience. It is a search that takes many people to many remote places around the world. From the warm waters of Indonesia to the cold shores of the Arctic, there is no lifestyle like this. So much so that we have become desensitized to the idea of tropical waters, steamboats and palm tree backgrounds.
Modern brick houses for the perfect vacation
We present to you “Casa Volta” – aambitious housing project, which includes three modern brick houses. These are found in the dense vegetation along the coast of Oaxaca. The team of architects and designers emphasizes the experience of the project, starting with the approach.
Visitors are led along a small path deep into the jungle, which eventually leads to a large clearing. Here, a long pond is flanked by a linear arrangement of symmetrical columns that reflect the water and create the impression of an abandoned classical temple.
So we have to admit that this place, located on the Mexican coast of Puerto Escondido, really impressed us. These are self-sufficient and modern brick houses, which, like the lodge, are located in the state of Oaxaca. Thefantastic placeis also just a few minutes' walk from a secluded stretch of beach located just above the capital of Puerto Escondido.
The coastal stretch was also named one of the New York Times' top destinations in 2017. However, it's not a walk through the park, which lies roughly halfway between Mexico City and the southern border with Guatemala. What you get when you get there is aCoastal retreat, which is fairly secluded from the rest of the public and has one of the best surfing beaches in Mexico all to yourself.
Great concept for nature lovers
Ambrosi Etchegaray's team follows a strict order as the 'Casa Volta' is organized in a rectangular floor plan. This is accordingly divided into six rectangular zones. The zones consist of three open courtyards and two rooms occupied by the private air-conditioned areas and covered by vaults.
A third vaulted room houses the kitchen, living and dining areas, which remain semi-enclosed and always open to the natural breeze and filtered sunlight. The narrow, centralized pool is an expression of the coastal region and reminds us that the sea is only about 1 kilometer away.
The design and materiality of Casa Volta are heavily influenced by its proximity to Tadao Ando's Casa Wabi Foundation. The famous artists' community offers unused brick remnants from its building, which can be used as...Building materials recycledcan be.
This concept led to theUse of bricksfor modern brick houses over a concrete structure with clay pigments. While the water element cools the outdoor courtyards, the open vaults and reed trellis allow the wind to flow freely through the enclosed spaces. These elements together provide an atmosphere of warmth and freshness.
A dream vacation spot
Modern brick houses like this can accommodate 4 people. They consist of two lodges designed by the renowned architectural firm. The house also responds to the organic mix between the parts of the region and the vegetation that surrounds it, the description says.
According to the owners, Casa Volta was born as an inspiration from the old Italian vaulted houses. These invite their visitors to a new space among themselves. So the architects have a fresh andcozy brick homedesigned where you can spend some spectacular days and enjoy the nearby beach.
You can now book a stay at Casa Volta for approximately EUR 240 per night. That's a bargain if you ask us. Prices change with the season, but this is Mexico we're talking about, so you'll probably have pretty good weather for surfing all year round.
