Suárez Santas Arquitectos

Suárez Santas Arquitectos

Spain

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PROFILE

Asier Santas Torres and Luis Suarez Mansilla’s practice, Suarez Santas Arquitectos, spans the whole spectrum of architectural design, including urban planning, design research and architectural theory. Both the architects graduated from the University of Navarra School of Architecture (ETSAUN), where Santas was also awarded his PhD (Suarez is currently pursuing one). Their joint firm was established in 2003. Working with public projects as well as private clients, the north Spanish practice has already been awarded in more than 15 national and international competitions. Now, apart from heading their fast-growing studio, the pair frequently lecture and exhibit, such as at the 11th International Architecture Exhibition at the Venice Biennale. Their multi-levelled approach is part of their philosophy. “We understand architecture as a discipline based on three principles: theoretical research, teaching and professional practice”, they explain. Their design influences include masters like Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe, Aalto or Kahn, but also Terragni, Bunshaft, Breuer, Koening, and Ellwood.

X House

'The X House is not piece of architecture,' the architects clarify, 'it is a mark on the landscape that has been drawn with the spontaneity of the ancient surveyors, and with the optimistic spirit of travellers that aspire to discover new places.' Located in North Spain on a Biscay Coast cliff facing the Cantabrian Sea, the location is blessed with stunning views, which the architects took full advantage of. Designed to highlight the link between architecture and its user, the house is low, graphic and horizontally planned, open towards all directions.


http://www.suarezsantas.com

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