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Mies van der Rohe Influence in Limantos residence

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A huge double-height atrium is the heart of the Limantos residence by Fernanda Marques Arquitetos Associados.

The three-level home houses an art-loving family in the upscale neighbourhood of Cidade Jardim in São Paulo, Brazil.

The house is set in lush landscaping on a steep 8,395 sq.ft site.

Inspired by the spirit of Mies van der Rohe, Marques has created a timeless house for this family.

The huge glazed structure inhabits its forest setting like a breathing creature.

Suspended among the trees, one family member enjoys a rare reading perch.

The wall of glazing disappears into a series of Japanese folding screens.

A perfect spiral staircase is a work of art in itself: like curled strip of paper.

Seen at the far end of the great room, it is completely natural and unforced.

In creating a home for both private family life and for entertaining, Marques achieves a beautiful balance between maximum transparency and privacy.