Architect Paul Dragicevic's Casas Piedra Suspendida Reinterprets Traditional Stone Construction in Córdoba

In Córdoba's Yacanto, San Javier, architect Paul Dragicevic has created Casas Piedra Suspendida, comprising two single-family residences with a communal pool situated on a steep slope. The design employs cantilevered reinforced concrete slabs to reduce ground contact, thereby preserving local vegetation and connecting the interiors to the surrounding landscape. A system of beams forms a column-free gallery with expansive openings facing east. The main slab is inclined towards the west to manage solar exposure and direct rainwater runoff, while the eastern side rises to capture views of Cerro Champaquí. Additionally, a lightweight pergola in the bedroom area acts as elevated planters for climbing vines. Constructed from reinforced concrete for seismic safety, the homes feature stone cladding sourced from on-site excavation, promoting environmental harmony.