Set within the hills of Medellín, this residence was designed for a young couple whose lives revolve around music, books, and travel. The home merges mid-century sensibility with Japanese restraint, creating a balanced dialogue between form and feeling. A sunken living area anchors the space, an architectural gesture that both frames the panoramic view and evokes the intimacy of retro interiors.
At its core, a custom bookcase acts as the soul of the home, curating the couple’s passions into one composition. It holds art, vinyl, and collected objects, forming a contemporary cabinet of curiosities. Integrated within it, a sound system inspired by traditional Colombian “jukeboxes” pays homage to the cultural fabric of the city, grounding modern serenity in local memory. Layered terraces unfold through different levels, introducing water features and Japanese gardens that dissolve the boundary between architecture and landscape. Hidden within the cliffside, the home reveals itself gradually, an introspective retreat that exists quietly within nature, yet deeply connected to life.
