Signed by architect
David Bastos, from the office DB Arquitetos and cast
CASACOR, this
beach house in Trancoso (BA), with
1144 m² of built area on a plot of 4260 m², was developed from scratch for a couple of entrepreneurs in the hospital industry. The residence was born from the desire to create a cozy and versatile refuge for a large family that loves to host.
The premise was clear: to unite comfort and integration, in a scenario of tranquility and connection with nature. "The starting point was the natural beauty of the plot. The combination of rustic and contemporary elements creates what is most precious in the house, realized through the exuberant view, visible from various projects. The plot and the design intertwine in a unique symbiosis, bestowing the place with singular and unmatched beauty," explains the architect.
The construction system enhances techniques and materials typical of Bahia - such as
eucalyptus pole structures, colonial ceramic tiles, thatched ceilings of palm, white burnt cement floors, cumaru wood decks, and wooden stone walls - in harmony with contemporary and functional solutions. The
house is organized into five modules: two allocated for suites, one for the caretaker's dependencies, another aimed at social areas (dining, living and gourmet) and a last one dedicated to the home office. Among the main requests from the clients was the desire to integrate projects, while maintaining modular private spaces, ensuring comfort and autonomy for each family member. According to David Bastos, "the project enhances visual comfort and the way the house unfolds for those who traverse it, creating experiences of connection and small surprises in each project."
The pool, in a "U" shape, is one of the highlights of the project. Covered with green hijau stone slabs, it features, on one side, a hot tub and, on the other, a shallow beach area, perfect for relaxation. The decoration was subsequently handled by the client herself, following the layout and original specifications of the architect. The neutral and light base, with tones and materials inspired by nature, reinforces the integration with the surroundings.
Another symbolic element is the preserved tree on the plot, which has become a central point of the project. "We tend to enhance landscaping and original natural elements. In this case, the tree, besides having a mature stature that did not warrant its removal due to environmental impact, was respected and incorporated into the project. We created access and walkways around it, and at its base, we built a compass rose with the real orientations, emphasizing its importance and context," comments Bastos.
The entire process - from the development to the completion of the decoration - took two and a half years. Regarding the progress of the work, the architect states: "We were fortunate in our decisions and did not face major obstacles. The issues that arose were natural for any project, such as managing client expectations and working within the planning of decisions, costs, and deadlines common to projects of any scale."
The result is a house that translates the spirit of Trancoso: sophisticated and unpretentious, with natural materials, total integration between interior and exterior, and a strong link with the landscape, reiterating the sensitive viewpoint and technical mastery of David Bastos in creating spaces that invite living and celebrating.
