Designed by Aoc architekti, the Green House is a 2023 residential villa project in the Prague Podolí district of the Czech Republic. The project involved the extensive transformation of a worn-out 60-year-old family house into a modern, high-standard residence. Located in the village of Dvorce on the edge of a residential area, the house enjoys scenic views of the Vltava River. The architecture of the Green House is defined by a strong and refined atmosphere, with careful attention paid to the integration of interior details with the surrounding garden landscape. The design thoughtfully manipulates different types of light to enhance the living experience: A sophisticated, distinctive, fine scraped green render facade allows the house to blend into the surrounding vegetation, its appearance subtly shifting with the seasons. Semi-transparent facades and skylights offer soft, diffused light, while contrasting areas of twilight are also incorporated. A monumental studio window on the main level changes the atmosphere of the space depending on the time of day. The interior space is a blend of custom and existing furnishings, creating a comfortable and personalized

Custom-made built-in furniture conceals service functions and entrances to private areas. Tables crafted from polished solid tropical padouk wood on a steel structure were designed specifically for the house. The client's own older furniture is discreetly integrated into the new design. The owners' personal photographs and paintings by contemporary artists hang on the walls.

Layout The house is spread across multiple levels, each with a distinct purpose: Lowest floor: Features a small studio apartment with its own terrace, providing privacy for guests. Main living unit (upper two floors): Lower floor: An open-plan kitchen, dining area, and living area with floor-to-ceiling windows opens onto a spacious terrace overlooking the garden. Upper floor: A dedicated study and lounge area with a fireplace and large windows offers expansive views of the river. A private zone with a bedroom, dressing room, and blue bathroom is located behind the study. Staircase: An oak-paneled wooden staircase connects the floors, contributing to the home's cozy, domestic atmosphere. The house is situated within a naturally growing garden, with future plans to include exotic fruit trees, a water feature, and a vineyard.

Credits Architects: Aoc architekti Lead Architects: Ondřej Císler and Filip Rašek Design Team: Josef Choc, Ján Vyšný, Barbora Lopraisová, Natálie Kristýnková, Emily Hillová, and Jonáš Mikšovský Client: Eduard Kauba Photography: Studio Flusser Landscape Architect: Mikoláš Vavřín Lighting Design: Miroslav Dudek [Lumidée] Facade Color: Klara Kvizova Creative Consultancy: Eduard Kauba Manufacturers: Artemide, Bomma, Brokis, Viabizzuno