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Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

Valdivieso Arquitectos transformed the site of a former water cistern in Alpedrete, Madrid province, into a sculptural masterpiece of a single-family home.

2. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

1. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

After a series of alterations, the two-level cistern site reached its final configuration in 1955. The south-facing structure sported an irregular floor plan, partial underground space, and connection to an outdoor patio with enormous potential. The architects retrofitted the cistern to create a cozy, yet elegant and modern private residence dubbed Casa Aljibe, leaving little trace of the building’s original purpose.

3. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

4. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

5. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

6. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

7. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

8. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

9. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

10. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

11. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

12. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

13. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

14. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

15. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

16. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

17. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

18. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

19. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

20. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

21. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

22. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

23. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

24. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

25. Casa Aljibe in Alpedrete Madrid - Single House Re-Using a Former Water Cistern by Valdivieso Arquitectos

 

 

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