Bassano del Grappa (VI), Italy
Located on the outskirts of Bassano del Grappa, House AJ is a private residence by Didonè Comacchio Architects that harmonizes orientation and functions to form a “T” shaped structure.
The body of the building is made up of two main volumes characterized by well-defined functions and connected to each other to form a “T.”
The east-west oriented portion of the building houses the living area, embellished by a double-height space that allows a glimpse of the wooden roof and the more technical rooms.
The north-south block contains and distributes the sleeping area.
Inside, the served and serving spaces find a logical and functional organization, which through its orientation defines the most private external garden and unexpected internal spatiality.
Access to the house is from the road to the north.
Once through the gate, the building appears as a compact and opaque volume, protecting the garden in the south area.
The large dark pitch, which overlooks the single story, appears and disappears among the trees kept within the area.
The eyes are guided by the large concrete wall towards the entrance of the house.
Crossing the threshold, the space projects the visitor into the living area, partly at double-height, and the view is captured by the large corner window that frames the garden.
An emphasis is placed on light throughout the interiors, with minimal use of materials and surface treatment.
Wood floors, beams, and furnishings in different hues add warmth throughout.
The house’s unique T-shape structure creates a potent interior full of plays of light and framed views.
Project: House AJ
Architects: Didonè Comacchio Architects
Lead Architects: Paolo Didoné and Devvy Comacchio
Contractors: Cappellari Costruzioni
Client: Private
Photographer: Simone Bossi
