The proximity of small volumes set up the path, the rawness of materials reveals the architecture, and the organic mystery of the interior creates Casa B&B Italia. Architecture is a discovery, and this house promotes curiosity. Simplicity in materials that transcends into what can only be described as a fluid deconstructing of modern architecture. The process of peeling away every single layer that conforms a house, until you reach the core.
This is what Casa B&B Italia is, a raw interpretation of material and light.
A brutalist façade, all built in concrete, raw in appearance, geometrically sharp but tilted, welcomes its visitor in between volumes and crevices. This is a quiet architecture as Peter Zumthor says; “Buildings can have a beautiful silence”. Appearance, that holds its character on the inside.
Raw, simple but a storytelling project. We want the architecture to be remembered for decades to come.
As the residence comes into view, the first glimpse offers a visual gasp with the distinctly modern architecture in counterpoint to the vibrant colorful water landscape on the Venetian Islands.
The breakdown of the volumes conforms the overall front façade where privacy is key. In between them is where circulation and light travels to connect each piece and create a connected series of spaces.
As an architect, it was key to make sure each habitat had a specific relationship with an outdoor space and not solely face the setbacks. By idolizing the restrictive zoning rules, by breaking down the volumes, the house not just allowed light to come into its core, but helped the vision spread throughout the whole space and allow for it to relate each space with that of its exterior.
Doo Architecture and Alexis C Lleonart continue to drive home its original mission of creating incredibly unique and awe-inspiring private residences across the globe. Casa B&B Italia has managed to secure its spot in Miami Beach’s deep history of design and modern architecture; driving home the immense value of great design and celebrating those that demonstrate excellence through their projects by continuously being awarded through its piers.
These awards celebrate this extraordinary residence, highlighting the pioneering work of the architects and designers as they strive to create architecture that will stand the test of time — for this decade and the next.
