VILLA CHARMANT

Villa Charmant is a project perfectly integrated into the existing slope on the plot. It was created based on the design of Villa Illuminée, but we introduced several fundamental changes, dictated by the restrictive provisions of the local spatial development plan (MPZP), including lowering the eaves to 3.5m and the ridge height to 8m, resulting in the entire upper floor being located in the attic with slopes.

The investors initially approached us while already in the midst of designing another building. However, upon seeing Villa Illuminée, they decided to explore whether we could collaboratively develop a concept for a classic villa that would comply with the local plan’s stringent provisions. Unfortunately, these requirements were quite demanding. Firstly, we had to lower the crowning cornice to a height of 3.5m, and secondly, the ridge height had to be 8m. Considering these two parameters, we established a preliminary plan of action during the on-site meeting and began the design process.

The building is accessed through elegant double doors, leading to an open hall space. We designed a study right at the entrance for convenient access. On the opposite side, in a mirrored arrangement, there are doors to the outerwear wardrobe. We also allocated space for a built-in wardrobe for guests and a seating area. The living area comprises a living room, dining room, and kitchen, totaling almost 70 m². Both the living room and the staircase have been opened up to provide a visual axis to the corner glazing. The kitchen with an island is fully open to the living area and has direct communication with a pantry of 7 m², which can also function as a utility kitchen. The ground floor includes a guest bathroom with an additional shower.

The most distinctive element of this project is the fantastic and bold corner glazing in the living room, open on 1.5 levels. The window is designed as a curtain wall system, a fixed construction without the possibility of opening. Its height is 3.65 m. This design not only adds a touch of modernity to the entire structure but also allows for a unique interior arrangement and emphasizes the height of the living room with an impressive chandelier.

The entire upper floor of Villa Charmant is situated in the attic with sloped ceilings. In the roof, we designed two large bay windows in the central part of the building and two smaller ones visible from the front. On the upper floor, there is a spacious master bedroom (22 m²) with an attached wardrobe and bathroom. In the master bathroom, we managed to accommodate a bathtub, shower, double sinks, a separate vanity with good natural lighting, and a toilet. The upper floor also includes two children’s bedrooms and a shared bathroom with a shower.

In this project, there is an additional basement level with an area of 135 m², where we designed two parking spaces and a technical area with a boiler room and a convenient laundry chute from the upper floor. Additionally, we included a recreational area with a home theater, a bar, and a separate fitness room. The entire space is well-lit and connected to an external terrace, which is covered and serves as a great relaxation spot. The terrace includes an outdoor kitchen with a grill and a dining area.

FINISHING MATERIALS

Villa Charmant has been designed using traditional brick technology, with a double-layered wall consisting of 25 cm thick ceramic blocks and 20 cm thick Styrofoam insulation. The entire basement portion features reinforced concrete walls, and the foundation is a slab. On the elevations of this classical villa project, we applied subtle stucco elements, crafted using lightweight technology. The color scheme involves off-white and very light gray, which is also present in the roofing material.

The light gray windows feature Viennese-style muntins, applied on both sides with a larger field. The glazed corner is a curtain wall system, providing an optimal solution in terms of both cost and insulation parameters. The double main doors have a centrally glazed section complemented by a forged detail, reminiscent of beautiful metalwork used on the balconies. The roofing material is a simple tile in a light gray color. All downspouts are concealed within the insulation layer and remain invisible.

We proposed a driveway made of troweled concrete, while the driveway ramp is best constructed with concrete pavers or granite cobblestones. We recommend considering a heated section of the driveway. Such elements are often implemented using electric mats laid under the wheelbase.

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