Casa Tangram: a longevidade residencial aliada ao conforto ambiental em uma proposta arquitetônica de uma casa em condomínio na cidade de Parnamirim/RN

Abstract

This undergraduate thesis presents the architectural preliminary design of Casa Tangram, a residence located in a condominium in the city of Parnamirim, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. The project aims to offer suitable housing for all stages of life, prioritizing the well-being and quality of life of its users. It explores concepts of environmental comfort, incorporating solutions for natural lighting and ventilation, as well as textures and architectural forms that promote comfort. The choice of theme stems from the contemporary need to create homes that are not only functional but also welcoming and adaptable. In Parnamirim, with the growing trend of horizontal condominium developments, many residential projects have become generic and fail to consider long-term habitation, resulting in houses with planned obsolescence. Therefore, the main objective of this work is to develop a preliminary architectural design for a residence within a private condominium, emphasizing the creation of long-lasting environments that integrate the principles of environmental comfort. It also seeks to analyze the physical and legal constraints applied to the site and to integrate elements of sustainability and neuroscience that enhance residents’ well-being—such as natural lighting and ventilation strategies and the use of natural materials. The adopted methodology is exploratory and descriptive, involving bibliographic research, case studies, and analysis of the physical and regulatory conditions of the land. Ultimately, the project proposes a design that combines functionality, flexibility, aesthetics, and environmental comfort, creating a home that meets the demand for a residence capable of accompanying the different stages of life, integrated with nature, and offering quality of life—adaptable from childhood to old age, thus reducing the need for renovations or relocation.