The architecture of the two houses, designed by Viktor Vrečko Architects, reflects a series of constant dualities.
The first impression of these two houses is how seamlessly they integrate into their environment – standing out proudly, and at the same time discreetly blending with the neighbourhood. They are at once “fortresses” of independence, yet openly embracing their sea orientation and orography of their location.
They provide full connection whilst quietly providing retreat and discretion – a connection with the “locum” while gently providing space for introspection, peacefulness and discreet privacy.
There is a timelessness to them, an ancient sense of living that is almost monastic – a search for the essence also shown in the nobility of materials: natural stone, corten steel, woods of the highest qualities.
The houses are full of symbolisms – entrances, stairs, views – that make living in them an art-like experience. This is furthered by the architect’s collaboration with two artists in the design of the panelling as well as custom-created art on their walls.
Of note is the natural stone used throughout – the Lipica stone, used traditionally in prominent buildings in Zadar during XIX and XX centuries as well as in noble homes in Slovenia.
Four different finishes provide both variance and cohesion to cover most needs in interiors and façades. Their use in external and internal walls, floors, roof and wash basins encapsulates the ethos of the houses: to provide a luxurious sense of living that is deeply connected to the land and its history, and thus enveloping the houses in a sense of ease.
The architecture of the two houses, designed by Viktor Vrečko Architects, reflects a series of constant dualities.
The first impression of these two houses is how seamlessly they integrate into their environment – standing out proudly, and at the same time discreetly blending with the neighbourhood. They are at once “fortresses” of independence, yet openly embracing their sea orientation and orography of their location.
They provide full connection whilst quietly providing retreat and discretion – a connection with the “locum” while gently providing space for introspection, peacefulness and discreet privacy.
There is a timelessness to them, an ancient sense of living that is almost monastic – a search for the essence also shown in the nobility of materials: natural stone, corten steel, woods of the highest qualities.
The houses evoke an ancient sense of living – a search for the essence.
The houses are full of symbolisms – entrances, stairs, views – that make living in them an art-like experience. This is furthered by the architect’s collaboration with two artists in the design of the panelling as well as custom-created art on their walls.
Of note is the natural stone used throughout – the Lipica stone, used traditionally in prominent buildings in Zadar during XIX and XX centuries as well as in noble homes in Slovenia.
Four different finishes provide both variance and cohesion to cover most needs in interiors and façades. Their use in external and internal walls, floors, roof and wash basins encapsulates the ethos of the houses: to provide a luxurious sense of living that is deeply connected to the land and its history, and thus enveloping the houses in a sense of ease.
They are full of symbolisms – entrances, stairs, views – that make living in them a genuine art-like experience.
