Collection by Luke Hopping
Modern Living at the Foot of Volcanoes
Where others saw modern-day Pompeiis, these homeowners and architects saw red hot real estate. Located in the shadows of active and dormant volcanoes, these daring architectural creations risk it all for an up-close view of Mother Nature's fury.
Nestled in Pucon Chile, an area well known for its outdoor allure, the hotel draws both adventure and nature-seekers. It sits above Lake Villarrica, offering panoramic views of the lake, adjacent forest, gardens, and a smoking volcano. Nearby are numerous national parks featuring waterfalls and volcanic rock pools.
Herman Pasternak, an engineer and consultant who designs water treatment systems, is a childhood friend of Pentimento’s owner, Desirée Marín, and now rents the house. He selected woven plastic chairs from Dream Works, a local company, for his reading room because they “go with the inside-outside concept of the house.”