Set on the forested slopes of Brazil’s Mantiqueira Mountains, Casa Tikira was conceived as a retreat for contemplation and reconnection. The project emerges from the dialogue between essential architectural forms and the landscape of Campos do Jordão, a region known for its mild climate, native vegetation, and natural quiet.

From the outset, the design sought to minimize impact on the site. Native trees were preserved, and an existing plateau was used to anchor the main volume. Part of the house extends in cantilever over the natural slope, reducing earth movement and maintaining the original topography.

The floor plan was conceived in a U-shape, with slightly offset volumes to respond to functional and distribution needs. This strategy creates visual and spatial relationships between the blocks, connected by open courtyards and a slatted pergola that filters light and defines the transition between indoors and outdoors. At the center, an open courtyard frames the view of the valley. The main volume, with its gabled roof and large glazed openings, recalls the archetype of shelter, filtering light and framing the landscape. In the lateral wings, the suites receive abundant sunlight and cross-ventilation, reducing the need for mechanical cooling.