House of Summer | House of Winter
Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Year:
2025
Area:
Architectural Design:
1400 sq.m
BUREAU PRAXIS
Conceived as a villa that adapts to Riyadh’s distinct seasons, the design is structured around the duality of the House of Summer and the House of Winter. Rather than separate entities, these two conditions are integrated within a single geometry that alternates between distinct spatial relationships to the landscape. This creates a living environment that shifts with the rhythm of climate, offering comfort, openness, and intimacy throughout the year.
The House of Summer is defined by spaces connected to the outdoors through terraces and semi-outdoor courtyards. Designed to moderate the city’s hot, dry climate, these shaded environments foster pleasant microclimates and extend interior life toward the surrounding landscape. Fresh finishes reinforce the cool, airy atmosphere, ensuring comfort even in the peak of summer.
