CASA ROYAL – A Dialogue Between Concrete, Light, and Terrain

The defining feature of Casa Royal from Fernanda Padula Architecture, is the cantilevered concrete volume that lightly touches the sloped terrain, creating the impression of a suspended pavilion hovering above the landscape.

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture bricks

This structural gesture not only preserves the natural topography but also reinforces the raw, expressive aesthetic of the project, where the exposed concrete is left deliberately unfinished to celebrate texture, formwork marks, and the honesty of construction.

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture cantilever

Complementing the weight of the concrete, the façade wrapped in hollow terracotta bricks acts as a modern reinterpretation of the traditional Brazilian cobogó. This permeable skin protects the private areas from direct sunlight, filters natural ventilation, and casts a constantly shifting pattern of shadows across the interiors. By day, it works as a breathable shield; by night, the volume becomes a warm lantern, glowing gently through the lattice.

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture pool

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture aerial view

The material language maintains the same authenticity. The bare concrete walls, visible conduits, and large industrial-style openings frame a home that feels both grounded and airy. Soft furnishings, artwork, and natural light balance the brutalist shell, creating a harmonious interior that blurs the boundary between strength and comfort. 

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture pool view

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture kitchen

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture kitchen island

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture counter

The kitchen combines raw concrete, warm wood cabinetry, and a sleek black countertop to create a minimalist yet inviting workspace that seamlessly opens to the outdoors.

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture desk area

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture concrete walls

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture bathroom

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture living room

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture balcony

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture concrete geometric

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture sunset view

CASA ROYAL Fernanda Padula Architecture bricks exterior

Photography: Carolina Mossin

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