There are incredible projects of famous architects Around the world, but nothing compares to its own houses. As a kind of experimental canvas, these spaces not only allow to appreciate their true design vision, but also retain some of the most precious personal objects and elements that inspired them to continue creating.
From the house of Luis Barragán, to the house of Vidro de Lina Bo Bardi or Le Caban de Le Corbusier, These houses are true design expressionswhich have guided visits for all those architecture lovers who want to visit them.
Luis Barragán Study House
One of the forced visits in Mexico City for architecture lovers is the study house of Luis Barragán, a space that, at first glance seems discreet, once it is entered, the undisputed seal of the Mexican Pritzker Prize is observed.
Considered as a sample of the Emotional architecturethe play of light is the protagonist of this house, which has color accents, a terrace and a garden Very much in the style of Barragán, in addition to conserving special objects such as shelves full of books and works of art by renowned artists such as Diego Rivera and Picasso. It currently has guided tours.
Das Canoas de Oscar Niemeyer
This house is not only special for having been inhabited by the Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer, but was designed in collaboration with his daughter. Located in a hill near the São Conrado neighborhood, in Rio de Janeiro, this transparent house has elements of the Organic architecturewith a winding exterior surrounded by vegetation.
A curious fact is that it does not have curtains, since its design allows the Light and shadow set throughout the dayso the views towards the bay are spectacular. It is currently open to the public with a permanent exhibition about the famous architect.