Casa Gerassi, Modernist residence in Butantã, São Paulo, Brazil
The Gerassi House features a suspended main floor supported by four concrete pillars, with an open ground level containing only the staircase and pool facilities.
Paulo Mendes da Rocha designed this residence between 1988 and 1991, incorporating prefabrication techniques he first explored in his architectural works during the 1960s.
The structure demonstrates the Brazilian architectural approach to concrete construction, emphasizing the relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces through its elevated design.
The house spans 420 square meters across its elevated floor plan, with bedrooms positioned away from the facade and living areas arranged around a central skylight.
The entire primary structure of the house was assembled in just two and a half days using prefabricated concrete elements selected from industrial catalogs.
Location: São Paulo
Architects: Paulo Mendes da Rocha
Floors above the ground: 1
GPS coordinates: -23.54948,-46.70684
Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:43
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