Decoding Architecture
A collection of images to simplify our understanding of built spaces we love!
The Observatory House by Tatiana Bilbao
Spaces in order of appearance- open areas, stairs, living room, dining room, kitchen and kitchenette, bedrooms, bathrooms, pool
Santa Marta Lighthouse by Aries Mateus
An adaptive reuse project. Originally built as a fortification in the 14th century, it was later adorned with a lighthouse in 1866. Today, the space has been restructured to adapt to contemporary needs. The 'inhabited wall' is the extension of the fortification wall which was then excavated to create usable spaces.
Spaces in order of appearance- Fort, Lighthouse, The Inhabited Wall
Spaces in order of appearance- Fort, Lighthouse, The Inhabited Wall
Functions in order of appearance- Lighthouse (retained), Museum Halls, Auditorium, Documentation Area, Private (assumed), Café & Kitchen, Washrooms.
