Casa Miralago Residence Blends Architecture with Natural Landscape in Paraguay
Casa Miralago, developed by Grupo Culata Jovái, is nestled between the Yvytypanema mountain range and Ypacarai lake in Paraguay. The architectural design thoughtfully incorporates the site's topography, hydrology, and tree layout, creating a harmonious relationship with the surrounding landscape. Located in a preserved forest close to Asunción, the residence prioritizes privacy while fostering a connection to nature. Exterior terraces are designed around existing trees, manage rainwater, and expand living spaces. During construction, a second floor was introduced using locally sourced materials. The bathrooms include an interior garden and an evapotranspiration chamber for wastewater management. Large openings provide scenic views, merging the kitchen and living area into a shared environment, showcasing sustainable architecture that enhances the natural beauty of the site.
Key facts
- Casa Miralago is a residential project by Grupo Culata Jovái
- Located between the Yvytypanema mountain range and Ypacarai lake in Paraguay
- Design influenced by site topography, water behavior, and tree arrangement
- House volume placed at back of plot in a clearing for privacy and natural connection
- Exterior terraces designed as a base around trees, diverting rainwater
- Flexibility shown with spontaneous addition of a second floor during development
- Materials used are locally sourced, predominantly stone and ceramic
- Waste treatment includes an evapotranspiration chamber to protect groundwater
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- Grupo Culata Jovái
- ARQA Latam
Locations
- Yvytypanema
- Ypacarai
- Paraguay
- Asunción
Sources
- ARQA —