Home to a couple of entrepreneurs and their three children — two daughters, aged 26 and 22, and a son, aged 20 — who enjoy hosting family and friends for long gatherings outdoors, the layout features an integrated living and dining area, a kitchen connected to the service area, a private family room, and four suites. Lighting plays a central role in the design, achieved through a carefully balanced combination of direct and indirect, artificial and natural light. Luminous materials like Navona travertine marble, used for the living room floor and ceiling, enhance the effect.

The lighting gently grazes the walls at times and, at others, directs attention to a piece of furniture or artwork. Harmonizing with the minimalist focus, the furniture palette favors neutral tones with subtle color accents, primarily in the details. “In this context, I see marble as the quintessential material for the project, conveying both sophistication and a sense of warmth,” concludes Fernanda Marques. Photos by Fernando Guerra