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Cella House: iHouse estudio's Weekend Home in El Pinar, Uruguay

architecture-design · 2026-09-19

Cella House, completed in 2022, is a 145 m² weekend residence in El Pinar, Canelones, Uruguay, just steps from the beach. Designed by iHouse estudio, led by architects Andrés García and Marcelo Mederos, the house serves a family that enjoys hosting guests and living outdoors. The design centers on an open platform that faces the garden, barbecue area, and pool, creating a seamless connection between interior spaces and the landscape. The project was curated by Valentina Díaz, with photographs by Aldo Lanzi. Manufacturers involved include Aluminions del Uruguay, Bia, Maguinor Maderas, Manto, and SILESTONE. The house is categorized under Houses and is located in Ciudad de la Costa, Uruguay.

Key facts

  • Cella House is a weekend home in El Pinar, Canelones, Uruguay.
  • It was completed in 2022 with an area of 145 m².
  • Designed by iHouse estudio, with lead architects Andrés García and Marcelo Mederos.
  • The house is just a few yards from the beach.
  • It is conceived as an open platform facing the garden, barbecue area, and pool.
  • Curated by Valentina Díaz.
  • Photographs by Aldo Lanzi.
  • Manufacturers: Aluminions del Uruguay, Bia, Maguinor Maderas, Manto, SILESTONE.

Entities

Artists

  • Valentina Díaz
  • Andrés García
  • Marcelo Mederos
  • Aldo Lanzi

Institutions

  • iHouse estudio
  • Aluminions del Uruguay
  • Bia
  • Maguinor Maderas
  • Manto
  • SILESTONE

Locations

  • El Pinar
  • Canelones
  • Ciudad de la Costa
  • Uruguay

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