KGN SLIDING HOUSE

 

The "KGN Sliding House" appears to refer to the KGN Residence by Carazo Architects in Chile, a project designed for a unique site with extreme rainfall, featuring a sliding wall system that can open up a 180-degree view of the Pacific Ocean, effectively making the house appear to be suspended in the air. The theory behind its design is the creation of a dynamic architectural experience that allows inhabitants to control their connection with the environment, particularly the ocean view, transforming the building's facade and offering a powerful sense of arrival and immersion within its dramatic natural setting.
 

 

Key Aspects of the KGN Sliding House Theory 

 

• Dynamic Interaction with the Environment:

  The core idea is to create a building that actively engages with its surrounding environment, allowing for a significant transformation in how the building and its inhabitants perceive and interact with the natural world.

• Control and Connection:

  The sliding facade allows for complete control over the views and openness of the house, providing a dramatic experience of "entering" the home and suddenly being exposed to the ocean, fostering a strong connection to the Pacific.

• Architectural Experience:

  The design aims to evoke a powerful feeling of being suspended in the air, achieved through the sliding mechanism and the resulting panoramic view.

• Response to Site Conditions:

  While not explicitly stated as a "theory" in the provided text, the project's design demonstrates a sophisticated response to a challenging site with extremely high rainfall (over 5000mm per year), integrating this reality into its construction and function.

Project Context 

 

• Architectural Firm: Carazo Architects.
• Project: KGN Residence.
• Key Feature: A facade that slides to reveal a 180-degree view of the Pacific Ocean.
• Location: A site with a highly rainy climate.