Exterior view of a modern house with beige walls, large windows with wooden shutters, surrounded by trees, and a tiled patio next to a swimming pool.

A modern house exterior with beige walls and large windows featuring wooden shutters. The house is surrounded by mature trees and has a tiled patio area next to a swimming pool.

A modern house exterior with a beige facade and large windows covered by wooden shutters. A set of terracotta steps leads up the side of the building, surrounded by trees and natural landscaping.
Exterior view of a modern house with beige stucco walls and large windows, surrounded by mature trees.
A courtyard with terracotta tiled flooring surrounded by beige stucco walls, featuring a small barbecue grill and trees visible above the walls.
A minimalist outdoor staircase with terracotta tiles and a beige stucco wall, surrounded by greenery.
A corner of a building with a beige stucco exterior and two windows, one with a metal railing and the other with a wooden blind.
A modern building with beige stucco walls and a wooden window partially covered by a bamboo blind. The structure is surrounded by lush green trees.
A minimalist exterior view of a building featuring a beige stucco wall with a wooden-framed glass door and a bamboo blind. The ground is covered with terracotta tiles, and there are trees visible in the background.
An exterior view of a house with a beige stucco wall, a tiled patio, and a small swimming pool. Tall trees and a metal trellis structure are visible in the background.
A red metal framework structure with climbing plants and flowers intertwined, set against a backdrop of green foliage and trees.
A minimalist exterior wall with a rectangular opening and a tiled pathway leading to it, surrounded by small green plants.
A courtyard with terracotta tiles and beige stucco walls, featuring a large window with wooden frames. Pine trees are visible in the background.
Exterior view of a modern building featuring a corner with smooth, earth-toned stucco walls and a large window. The ground is covered with terracotta tiles, and a wooden door with a bamboo shade is visible.
Exterior view of a modern house with cubic volumes and earthy tones, featuring a tiled patio and a window with a wooden blind.
A section of a modern building exterior featuring a window with wooden blinds. The structure has a textured, earthy facade and is surrounded by trees. The ground is covered with tiles.
Exterior view of a building with textured walls and a tiled floor, featuring a minimalist design.
Interior view of a hallway featuring terracotta tile flooring, wooden benches, and a wooden door. The ceiling has a series of curved vaults.
Interior view of a room featuring terracotta tile flooring, wooden cabinetry, and a dining area with a table and chairs. The ceiling has a vaulted design with exposed beams.
Interior view of a modern space featuring terracotta floor tiles, light wood cabinetry, and a ceiling with exposed beams and curved vaults.
Interior view of a room featuring a wooden cabinet, a large window with wooden blinds, and a glimpse of a kitchen area with a sink.
A minimalist kitchen interior with light wood cabinetry and terracotta tiled flooring.
Interior view of a staircase with terracotta tiles and a large window overlooking a garden.
Interior view of a minimalist bedroom with a bed, wooden side table, and large windows.
Interior view of a bedroom featuring terracotta tile flooring, a wooden headboard with an integrated side table, and a large window with a wooden frame. The ceiling has exposed beams and a textured finish.
Architectural floor plan of a house surrounded by trees, showing a modular grid layout with two courtyards.
Architectural floor plan of a building surrounded by trees, showing a modular grid layout with two courtyards.
Architectural section drawing of a house with trees in the background.

Story

A Mediterranean home that harmonizes with its environment through passive design and traditional materials. Located at the intersection of a historic center and a low-density residential area in Maresme, Spain, 'la primera' by Hue Studio is a thoughtful architectural response to its context. The site, characterized by mature Mediterranean trees, informed the design's modular grid of three equivalent rectangles. This layout respects the natural elements and optimizes solar orientation, creating a balance between shared spaces and private areas. The house features two courtyards that enhance natural light and ventilation, crucial for maintaining comfort without active cooling systems. The load-bearing masonry structure, with walls varying from 45 cm to 1.10 m, utilizes local earth and ceramic bricks, providing high thermal inertia. A lime mortar finish ensures breathability and regulates indoor humidity, reflecting a commitment to sustainable, vernacular construction techniques.

## Design Highlights

Modular grid layout responding to site conditions Integration of mature trees as a structuring element Two courtyards for light and ventilation Load-bearing masonry with high thermal inertia Lime mortar finish for breathability and humidity control Passive design strategy eliminating active cooling systems

## Key Facts

Element Detail
Architect Hue Studio
Location Maresme, Barcelona, Spain
Year 2023
Structure Load-bearing masonry
Budget 1150€/m²

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • wall finish: Lime mortar finish for breathability and hygroscopic regulation.

Materials

  • stucco — Exterior walls
  • terracotta — Flooring and tiles
  • wood — Window frames, cabinetry, and interior elements
  • ceramic — Brick layers and vaults

Construction / Systems

  • load-bearing masonry: Structure with variable envelope thickness ranging from 45 cm to 1.10 m, filled with local earth and ceramic bricks.

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: beige, earth tones
  • Lighting: Natural light through large windows and courtyards

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