Achieving a successful project involves, among other things, integrating the exterior within the historical and urban context of the area. Copper House or Casa din Cupru, a project by the architecture studio Radu Teaca We are introduced to the space of Sibiu, a city with a predominantly medieval style and architecture dating back to the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
The pointed roof and the proportions of the windows and spaces between them are an attempt to recreate the Gothic look specific to the city's archetypes, while still fitting into the site. That is why the choice of copper for the exterior is not accidental.
Using it for both the roof and facade helps achieve a synthetic overall image summarizing the idea of the minimalist concept. Additionally, the architects relied on the natural and continuous oxidation process of copper, bringing life to the construction and contrasting with the simplicity of the form.
For a cohesive exterior appearance, both the fence and gate were crafted from oxidized steel and protected with a clear lacquer.
The interior of the house leads to a fluid space divided into two distinct zones: the public one facing the street, encompassing the hallway and living room, and the second, intimate one oriented towards the backyard, including the bedrooms. The connection between the two spaces is made in an interesting way through a void that illuminates the interior, with light directed towards the center of the composition.
It is a type of atrium, the nucleus of the building. The half-levels provide dynamism to the construction, both sides being connected by stairs. The kitchen and the home cinema room are located in the basement. On the ground floor, we will find the hall with the stairs leading to the dining area, followed by the living room on the first floor with the corresponding stairs to the night zone, that of the bedrooms.
To highlight the impressive volume of the interior, white was used, a color that does not interfere with the perception of space. Following the general line of minimalism, the furniture is not abundant, with details carefully selected.
