Casa Golf Príomhfheidhm: Teach Cónaithe by David Guerra

Casa Golf Príomhfheidhm: Teach Cónaithe by David Guerra is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Duais Airgid A' Design Award in Dearadh Ailtireachta, Foirgníochta agus Struchtúir Competition Category.

AirgeadAiltireacht· 2026

Casa Golf Príomhfheidhm: Teach Cónaithe

by David Guerra

Duais Airgid A' Design Award Winner in Ailtireacht Category

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The Design

About Casa Golf Príomhfheidhm: Teach Cónaithe

Téacs an Leabhair: Suite ar imeall galfchúrsa, bunaíonn an teach cónaithe aon-stóir seo gaol díreach idir an ailtireacht agus an tírdhreach. Cuireann an dearadh béim ar chothrománacht, ar leanúnachas spáis agus ar oscailteacht amhairc, rud a ligeann do spásanna cónaithe leathnú i dtreo gairdíní agus radhairc i bhfad i gcéin. Cinntíonn dromchlaí móra gloinithe solas nádúrtha agus aeráil, agus tugann painéil sleamhnacha solúbthacht isteach idir spásanna oscailte agus iata. Cruthaíonn ábhair nádúrtha, limistéir áineasa lánpháirtithe agus leagan amach líofa cruthach L timpeallacht chothromaithe atá dírithe ar chompord, ar fheidhmiúlacht agus ar an saol laethúil.

The Recognition

About the Duais Airgid A' Design Award

Bhuaigh an dearadh Casa Golf Príomhfheidhm: Teach Cónaithe Duais Airgid A' Design Award, aitheantas an-ghradamach a bhronntar ar dhearaí ardchaighdeáin, álainn agus drámatach. Is saothair thar a bheith drithleacha agus an-chruthaitheach iad buaiteoirí Airgid a léiríonn saineolas, tallann agus géarchúis shármhaith a ndearthóirí. Táthar ag súil go mbeidh an dearadh Casa Golf Príomhfheidhm: Teach Cónaithe ina shaothar iontach, ina léiriú sampla, thar a bheith gairmiúil agus go domhain nuálach. Is aireagán an-suntasach, ionadmhuirthe é an dearadh seo a bhuaigh Duais Airgid A' Design Award a dhéanann leas do theorainneacha na healaíne, na heolaíochta, an deartha agus na teicneolaíochta agus a chuireann chun cinn iad. Is cruthú é an dearadh Casa Golf Príomhfheidhm: Teach Cónaithe a bhfuil formad mór leis, a mhúsclaíonn mianta, a thugann mothúcháin dhearfacha agus a adhnann iontas agus ionadh.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Located on the edge of a golf course, this residence was designed to enhance the open view and integration with the landscape. In response to the owner's desire for a single-story home, the project focuses on a light and contemporary architecture, with large, integrated spaces facing the landscape. The horizontal structure is based on a layout that emphasizes spatial fluidity and a constant dialogue between indoors and outdoors.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project is a single-story residence with a conventional reinforced concrete structure. The L-shaped plan is elevated 1.5 m above the original site level to expand views and emphasize the architectural presence. Reduced slab thickness reinforces visual lightness, while a 4.0 m veranda projection enhances this effect. Social areas were organized to host large gatherings, with a 9.0 m table reinforcing the house’s role as a space for welcoming friends and family. Natural finishes such as wood and stone add warmth, and a continuous wooden slatted ceiling reinforces unity and horizontality.
Tags: architecture, house, contemporary, integration, landscape, natural materials
Production Technology: Large glass panels ensure transparency, cross ventilation and abundant natural light, blurring interior-exterior boundaries. Perforated aluminum brise-soleils provide privacy while still allowing light and views. Natural materials like stone and wood take center stage, bringing warmth, texture and timelessness to the composition. The wooden slatted ceiling reinforces the unity and horizontality of the project, while the 4-meter cantilevered veranda enhances the lightness of the structure.
Design Challenge: The central challenge was adapting the construction parameters while pursuing a fluid and visually light architecture. Site levels were raised by 1.5 meters to expand views toward the golf course and a revision of structural calculations to achieve thinner slabs was required to keep the architecture light. Technical systems were carefully integrated to preserve ceiling heights and spatial continuity. Precise attention to detailing, junctions and large openings ensured consistency between architecture, structure and interior elements.
Research: This project is based on applied design research focused on developing a fluid and light single-story house integrated with the landscape. The objective was to balance spatial continuity, structural lightness and everyday comfort. The process involved site analysis, revised structural calculations and material studies, supported by technical drawings. Architects, engineers and consultants worked jointly throughout the process. The results guided site leveling, slab refinement and technical integration, reinforcing the importance of detail and coordination in residential architecture.
Inspiration: In response to the owner's desire for a single-story home, the project focuses on a light and contemporary architecture, with large, integrated spaces facing the landscape. On one side, the living areas open to the gardens; on the other, to the golf course. More than just a country house, this is a contemporary retreat where architecture, landscape and quality of life intertwine in harmony and elegance. This home was designed as a space for hosting — friends, family and meaningful moments.
Project Duration: The project started in April 2022 in Nova Lima, Minas Gerais, Brazil, and finished in June 2025.
Operation Flow: The house operates through a clear and intuitive spatial organization that guides movement and use. Sliding wooden panels allow spaces to open or close as needed, transforming private areas into social ones with control over privacy and comfort. Circulation flows seamlessly between interior and exterior, enhancing usability, natural light, ventilation and interaction, resulting in a flexible and efficient living experience.
Image Credits: Photographer Jomar Bragança