Lush courtyards punctuate Chilean retreat Casa Altos by Duque Motta & AA

Pocket courtyards are hidden within this concrete house by Chilean architects Duque Motta & AA, bringing light deep into the home and creating unexpected moments of greenery.
Dubbed Casa Altos, the single-storey home is located in Chicureo, a residential area outside of Chile's capital Santiago. The home is comprised of two rectangular volumes set at a slight angle, to provide residents with better views and solar exposure.
Solar shading is included in the design of Casa Altos
The 340-square