06/04/2026
As part of the 35th anniversary of Jorge's journey in construction, we continue revisiting projects from our archive that have helped define the studio’s architectural approach over the years.
Originally completed in the early years of the practice, the 'Raraz House' presented a series of constraints that became the foundation of its design. Built for a young couple on a very small lot in a dense suburban neighborhood near Buenos Aires, the project faced limited views, poor orientation, and the challenge of being constructed above an existing building while preserving its original façade.
Rather than looking outward, the house was conceived as an introspective environment. The existing façade became a defining plane, carefully punctured with openings of different sizes that bring light into the interior while maintaining privacy and protection from the elements. Its smooth plastered surfaces and simple geometric forms created a distinct architectural presence within its surroundings.
Inside, the house was designed as a flexible and continuous space rather than a collection of conventional rooms. Inspired by traditional Japanese architecture, pivoting wood panels, changes in floor levels, and varying ceiling heights subtly define functional areas, allowing the interior to transform according to daily life.
A project born from limitations, the Raraz House demonstrates how constraints can become opportunities for innovation and spatial exploration.
35 years of building, learning, and creating. More projects coming soon.
