This modern house on a slope is the Omnibus House, a concrete retreat by Gubbins Arquitectos in Puchuncavi, Chile. Set on a gently sloping site near Cachagua and surrounded by eucalyptus trees, the house opens long views toward the surrounding hills and the Pacific. Its straightforward rectangular form, roof terrace, and rugged concrete shell make it a striking weekend refuge.
The Omnibus House on the hillside has a massive concrete structure
The Omnibus House stands out for both its architectural clarity and its massive concrete construction. The main volume is a solid rectangular block with generous panoramic windows that frame the landscape. Because the site slopes, the house steps into the ground and uses the roof as a terrace where residents can relax in the sun.
Front view of the Omnibus House
Rock garden beside the house
Modern interior in the Omnibus House on a hillside
Gubbins Arquitectos blurs the boundary between inside and outside. Large glass doors open to the courtyard, while generous windows frame the natural setting. Stone floors and wood-clad ceilings warm the interior, and the concrete stair at the center of the house becomes a sculptural feature. The Omnibus House was designed to sit in dialogue with its natural environment.
Concrete stair in the middle of the living room
Seating area with sliding glass doors
Direct access to the garden
Minimalist bedroom furniture
Rear garden of the house
Concrete Omnibus House
The large roof terrace
Bay window overlooking the woods
The Omnibus House in the evening
Architectural plans of the building
Anna Lohan
Peter Dark
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