- Project: Conquista House
- Architect: David Guerra
- Location: Brazil, Rolândia, Paraná
- Year: 2023
- Area: 700 m2
- Photography: R. R. Rufino
A Dialogue Between Memory and Modernity
Set amidst lush gardens in the countryside of Paraná, Brazil, Conquista House by David Guerra Arquitetura e Interiores embodies the delicate balance between heritage and contemporary living. Designed for the owner of a soy farm, the new residence reflects the warmth and familiarity of her parents’ former home while embracing modern spatial openness and sustainable planning.
Built on land cultivated for over three decades, the project honors both family legacy and landscape, using architecture as a bridge between generations.
Rooted in Landscape and Tradition
The site, surrounded by century-old fig trees, a tranquil lake, and mature gardens, was carefully preserved throughout the construction process. The design integrates these natural features into the daily experience of the home. The house sits lightly on the terrain, elevated just enough to capture views of the distant river while retaining the existing pool, workshop, and garden structures.
This thoughtful insertion ensures minimal disturbance to the landscape that has defined the family property for years.
Architectural Simplicity with a Sense of Place
Conquista House is conceived as a single-level residence crowned by a broad colonial-style roof, a subtle nod to traditional Brazilian farmhouses. The structure features generous overhangs, open verandas, and cross-ventilation, creating a naturally comfortable environment well-suited to the region’s climate.
Large openings invite natural light throughout the day, while wood and earthy textures reinforce the dialogue between interior and exterior. The home’s tall ceilings and expansive balcony visually connect the interior to the gardens, encouraging the feeling of openness and continuity.
A Contemporary Farmhouse for Modern Living
The house’s linear plan creates a smooth flow between social and private spaces. The kitchen, dining, living room, office, and four bedrooms are all directly connected by the long, shaded veranda—a key architectural gesture that blurs the boundary between built space and nature.
This continuity of space transforms the balcony into an outdoor living gallery, where the rhythm of daily life aligns with the serenity of the surrounding landscape.
Respecting Heritage While Looking Forward
For architect David Guerra, the essence of the project lies in respecting memory while responding to modern needs. Every element—from the retained garden layout to the vernacular roof form—reflects a design approach that values context, simplicity, and permanence.
The result is a timeless residence that feels both familiar and renewed, deeply rooted in its place and shaped by the people who call it home.
