Finishes are the skin of the projects we build, serving as the canvases and frames that contain the atmospheres of the spaces we inhabit. As Pritzker laureate Peter Zumthor expresses in his book Atmospheres, it is through the consonance of materials—by joining, mixing, or altering their formats—that a harmonious effect is created in relation to the spatial atmosphere.
In this article, we present 12 examples of houses in Colombia that utilize various types of stone in different formats, each creating distinct effects in relation to their volumes and contexts. The common thread among them is the pursuit of bringing a rustic touch to these homes.
Caretaker's House / L.Oberlaender Arquitectos
