
Did you ever imagine a house shaped like a leaf? Well this is possible and you can find it placed south of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in Angra dos Reist. A leaf house designed by Mareines + Patalano Arquitetura which drew my attention with its impressive shape. Suited for this hot climate, it was build with wooden materials and places to recreate like the open but covered porches; is also surrounded by palms and lot of green bushes.

Paneling and wooden floors could be found in the entire house, even in the bathroom. There is no room built with other material than wood except the exterior walls which are made out of windows. The house is built in such a way to have a perfect ventilation system which is always a good thing especially if you take into account the ocean breeze which can often make your nights cooler.

It has a wooden table and wooden couch but with the same cozy effect thanks to many pillows that increase your lovely atmosphere. Take a look at the uniquely shaped stairs. Don’t you think something is missing? There isn’t any railing so you will feel a free sensation climbing it. A wonderful concept of architecture that must be tried more.