Compluvium House by Fran Silvestre Arquitectos

In the contemporary context of this house located in the center of Madrid, this architectural tradition is reinterpreted to adapt to current needs. The house, like the ancient domus, uses a central element that provides privacy from neighboring buildings while organizing the interior space. The rooms and common areas are distributed around this core, opening views toward the interior courtyard.

The dual functionality of this design allows the house to enjoy an open and fluid spatiality, while maintaining a protected atmosphere. The interaction between the interior and exterior is enriched by the presence of a sheet of water in the courtyard, which not only refreshes the environment but also provides a visual and acoustic focal point.
This sheet of water is strategically placed to take advantage of the elevated views over the adjacent houses, offering a visual showcase to the sky and the natural elements, recalling the original functionality of the Roman compluvium. Source by Fran Silvestre Arquitectos.

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