7 Elements House

ArhiTerra

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Completed Buildings – Single House (individual use)

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Republic of Moldova

Company Name

ArhiTerra

 

COMPANY COUNTRY:

Moldova

ARCHITECTURAL CREDITS

SRL “ArhiTerra”

Project Team
Team: “Oleg Luca – chief architect” “Vera Sîrghii – architect”
CLIENT OR OWNER NAME:

Koen

Project Name:
7 Elements House
Project Country:

Republic of Moldova

Project City:
Suruceni
Project Category:
Single House (individual use)
Project Area:
608 sqm
Completion Date:
2023-08-01
Project overview

Casa Koen is a refined example of contemporary residential architecture, designed to reflect the owner's passion for saunas and sustainable living. Located in Sociteni, Moldova, the 607.38 m² residence was completed in just two months. The project’s intention was to create a meditative, eco-conscious retreat that blends natural materials with modern minimalism. Programming emphasized fluid transitions between interior and exterior spaces, with a clear spatial hierarchy and privacy.

Project history

7 Elements House was born from the client’s clear and ambitious request: to move into a new, sustainable home within one year from project initiation. This set the foundation for a fast-paced design and construction process, enabled by a modular steel structure that allowed the main build to be completed in just 2–3 months. From the start, the client emphasized time efficiency, ecological responsibility, and integration of personal passions—automobiles, wine, and wellness. The project evolved into more than just a residence. A central atrium visually unites indoor and outdoor spaces, enhancing natural light and spatial openness. The underground garage, complete with a car lift and exhibition space, reflects the client’s appreciation for automotive design. Adjacent lies a climatized vinotheque with a tasting area, thoughtfully separated by a glass wall for both aesthetic and functional purposes. Additionally, a detached private spa/showroom was designed to support the client’s bus