Leaf House in Rio de Janeiro

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The Leaf House is located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, designed by Mareines and Patalano. Based on the natural shape of a leaf the six sectioned house creates an abundance of light throughout, the entire roof structure was made ​​of laminated wood of eucalyptus, which due to its manufacturing process can wing large spans (20 feet is the largest in the house) with ease and aesthetic refinement.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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