Guarumo is a contemporary house located in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, designed in 2021 by Void.

Description
Guarumo is a contemporary residence located on the Costa Rican Pacific coast, where the characteristic tropical landscape is harmoniously combined with modern, simple, and discreet architecture, all with a high degree of aesthetics / design.
The project is located on a steep hillside, so the adequate positioning of the architectural program is essential to guaranteeing a proper adaptation. The staggering of its blocks favors a real adaptation to the topography of the site, minimizing the impact to the soils and avoiding large movements of land and expensive retaining walls. At the same time, it capitalizes on the spectacular views of both the ocean and the dense natural landscape that surrounds it. The heart of Guarumo consists of a void, a fracture in the staggering of the program blocks, which becomes the social meeting point of the project for both residents and guests. The concept of non-matter being the focal point of this development is an intentional irony, as it forces the vegetation to become the protagonist. This common area is equipped with various amenities, among them its infinity pool that reflects a perfect sunset, the bar / bbq and its terrace that extends over the treetops. These provide the perfect setting for a genuine relationship with nature and with the space, creating a unique experience for its users.
The project is a re...