Óscar Pedrós designed this modern house for a client in 2009. Located in O Valiño, Oleiros, A Coruña, Spain, the residence has high ceilings, abundant natural light and a distinctive fireplace.
Modern house in Spain
All the day-zone spaces are arranged around a large fireplace. Its thermal inertia helps keep the double-height living room warm. The first bricklayer in charge reportedly said, "Oh, my God, double-high spaces! … what a waste of space," while vibrating the concrete. Pedrós turned that exposed concrete element into the home’s central feature and used it to create a sense of freedom.
Modern house with double height
Sliding glass doors and large windows strengthen this feeling of openness, while small pebbles lead the eye from the area around the support columns toward the garden. The staircase design is also interesting. The first four steps continue into a long table that can hold decorative objects and flower vases. From there, the design becomes a floating staircase.
The glass walls allow daylight to flood the house
Interesting staircase design leading to the second floor
Wooden interior elements – floating staircase and dining table
Recessed lighting creates a magical effect
Exterior view
Plans and project drawings
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