Wave House

Designed by Mareines Arquitetura, Wave House is located on the Tijucas Islands in Rio de Janeiro, on a plot 65 meters above sea level, on a steep granite monolith.

Due to the program proposed by the clients, the narrowness of the plot and the high surrounding walls, the solution found was to extend the plan from neighbor to neighbor, creating openings to the front – the access road – and to the back of the plot – the sea.

The residence has four floors, accessible by stairs and an elevator with a hydraulic glass piston. The first, access level houses the laundry area, kitchen and living and dining rooms. Above, the next floor has staff quarters, a guest bedroom and a TV room.

The lower level offers direct contact with nature, with a winding infinity pool separating the sea from the lawned garden, as well as an acerola tree and vertical garden. A lounge with a gourmet area, lounge, bar, sauna and changing room complete the floor.

Finally, down the last flight of stairs, an intimate floor accommodates three suites, a family room and a playroom.