March 28, 2024
![A modern house features large windows and a weathered steel facade.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-weathered-steel-exterior-270324-1141-01.jpg)
Borja Lomas of Voluar Arquitectura has designed a new home in Madrid, Spain, that’s covered in weathering steel and has a uniquely shaped design.
![A modern house features large windows, cantilevered elements, and a weathered steel facade.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-weathered-steel-exterior-270324-1151-01.jpg)
The shape of the home showcases various areas that branch out in different directions, some of which are cantilevered away from the house.
![A modern house features large windows, cantilevered elements, and a weathered steel facade.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-weathered-steel-exterior-270324-1151-02.jpg)
The weathered steel exterior, which provides different colors and textures, wraps around windows and their black frames.
![A modern house features large windows, cantilevered elements, and a weathered steel facade.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-weathered-steel-exterior-270324-1151-03.jpg)
![A modern house features large windows, cantilevered elements, and a weathered steel facade.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-weathered-steel-exterior-windows-270324-1151-04.jpg)
Perforated metal sections of the home provide shading and privacy, while still allowing light to pass through.
![A modern house features large windows, cantilevered elements, and a weathered steel facade.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-weathered-steel-exterior-windows-270324-1151-05.jpg)
![A modern house features large windows, cantilevered elements, and a weathered steel facade.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-weathered-steel-exterior-windows-270324-1151-06.jpg)
The interior of the home includes concrete floors, walls of glass, and a curved mirrored accent wall that reflects its surroundings.
![The interior of the home includes concrete floors, walls of glass, and a curved mirrored accent wall that reflects its surroundings.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-interior-glass-walls-270324-1137-01.jpg)
The living room is flooded with light from the double-height space, and the large windows provide uninterrupted views of the landscape.
![The living room is flooded with light from the double-height space, and the large windows provide uninterrupted views of the landscape.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-living-room-270324-1137-01.jpg)
In the dining room, the table is suspended by cables from the ceiling, creating a unique sculptural element that’s also functional.
![In the dining room, the table is suspended by cables from the ceiling, creating a unique sculptural element that's also functional.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-dining-room-270324-1137-01.jpg)
Upstairs, doorways off the hallway lead to the bedrooms and bathrooms.
![Upstairs, doorways off the hallway lead to the bedrooms and bathrooms.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-hallway-270324-1137-01.jpg)
You can find out more about the house by watching the following video.
Here’s a look at the sketch and floor plans for the home.
![The architect's sketch a modern home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-floor-plan-280324-1206-01.jpg)
![The floor plan of a modern home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-floor-plan-280324-1207-01.jpg)
![The floor plan of a modern home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-floor-plan-280324-1207-02.jpg)
![The floor plan of a modern home.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/modern-house-floor-plan-280324-1207-03.jpg)
Photography and video by ImagenSubliminal (Miguel de Guzmán + Rocio Romero) | Architects: Borja Lomas -Voluar Arquitectura | Construction Management: Borja Lomas