Casa Tertulia: Elevated House in Costa Rica by Marcela Carranza Arquitectura

Casa Tertulia, a single-family residence designed by Marcela Carranza Arquitectura, is located in San Mateo de Alajuela, Costa Rica. The 268-square-meter project, completed in 2023, is elevated on stilts to minimize ground disturbance, preserve ecological continuity, and prevent flooding on a steep, sloping site. The design prioritizes accessibility and comfort for its elderly owners. The project was curated by Valentina Díaz, with Marcela Carranza Vargas as lead architect and Juan Carlos Sotela and Jorge Cordero as technical team members. Photographs by Andres Garcia Lachner document the house, which exemplifies minimal intrusion in a landscape-dominant setting.