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LOCATION: PARANA RIVER WETLANDS, ARGENTINA

SIZE: 357 SQM on 1,748 SQM SITE

STATUS: DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT

PROGRAM: Single family residence

In Argentina, located on the natural border between the sister capital cities of Paraná and Santa Fe, a vast and ecologically rich territory unfolds - the Paraná River Basin Wetlands. This unique natural landscape is home to a diverse array of flora and fauna, both beneath the freshwater currents, where species like Pacú and Dorado thrive, and along its shores, where capybaras, otters, and iguanas roam. The lush riverside forests, dominated by willows, alders, and palo borracho trees, provide nesting grounds for a wide variety of bird species. However, this invaluable ecosystem is under serious threat. Climate change, deforestation, and uncontrolled burning — whether for agricultural and livestock expansion or private real estate developments — have placed the wetlands in a fragile state, making them increasingly vulnerable to human-induced disasters.

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Casa Nido, located in the La Juanita neighborhood, emerges as a response to this pressing reality. The project seeks to integerate seamessly into the natural environment — remaining almost invisible to local wildlife while actively acknowledging the region's ecological challenges. More than just a dwelling, the house itself becomes part of the wetland’s ecosystem, using design as a tool to foster a more harmonious relationship between humans and nature.

Inspired by the nest-building techniques of local birds, the home embraces an architectural approach that is deeply connected to its surroundings. Bamboo cane cladding, used both on the façades and as a protective screen over the roof, acts as a natural barrier against the intense summer heat and the powerful winds of the Pampero and Sudestada — two dominant climatic forces in the region.

Inside, fluid and welcoming spaces are defined by organic wooden dividers, centered around a semi-covered gallery that fosters natural ventilation and connection with the outdoors. The rooftop terrace, sheltered by the same bamboo framework, serves as a bird-watching and wildlife observation deck, offering panoramic views of the Paraná River wetlands to the west and tee agricultural fields to the east.

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