湖避难所丨Leila Dionizios

, an 80m² space designed by architect

in her 5th participation in the CasaCor Rio 2023 exhibition.

explains Leila.

Created from two containers, in the external area of the

, the environment brings some characteristics of Scandinavian style, enhanced with a tropical touch.

prioritized the use of light tones and natural materials, such as linen, in curtains and bedding, as well as the strong presence of wood in coverings and furniture. One of the walls, in fact, was covered with sustainable wood "tiles" - this is the new AZU brand, an exclusive launch signed by architect Marcelo Jardim.

The name

refers to the artificial lake that the architect brought to her space, executed by Bernardo Vieira, partner of Beleza Pura Lagos e Jardins.

says the architect.

With landscaping by Ana Veras, the lake surrounds the bungalow, creating a relaxing atmosphere together with the garden.

describes the landscaper.

The suite of the bungalow also features a selection of Brazilian design furniture, signed by names such as Jean Gillon (with the Jangada armchair and ottoman, highlighted in the bedroom), Jorge Zalszupin, Jader Almeida, among others. The generously proportioned bed, upholstered with off-white boucle fabric from the Reveev brand, has dimmable lighting, a USB port, and wireless charging, prioritizing comfort.

Finally, the bathroom occupies a small external area, incorporating existing elements on-site as part of the project, such as the stone wall and the existing trees. To compose the visual, the architect provided a bathtub designed by her office, entirely sculpted in Corian, a countertop in raw stone, and the Ajajá stool, kindly provided by designer Hugo França for the space.

concludes Leila Dionizios.