Perched and nested amidst the rolling hills of Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, lies a remarkable organic villa that harmonizes seamlessly with its tropical surroundings. This architectural gem is an hommage to sustainable design principles and a deep respect for the natural environment. Every detail crafted from locally-sourced materials such as bamboo, reclaimed wood, and natural stone, blends effortlessly into the hillside, appearing almost as an extension of the landscape itself. Its design ethos embraces organic forms and fluid lines, mimicking the contours of the terrain and maximizing panoramic views of the breathtaking Cerro Frío and the Pacific North coast stretching in the distance. Upon entering, one is greeted by airy, light-filled spaces adorned with minimalist yet elegant furnishings that highlight the sophistication of simplicity. Large open-air living areas invite the enveloping tropical breezes, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. The interior decor celebrates local craftsmanship and sustainability, with handmade textiles, pottery, and artwork sourced from nearby communities. Every element, from the choice of materials to the layout, reflects a deep commitment to ecological responsibility and cultural preservation. Outside, lush gardens and native flora frame the house, creating a serene oasis that attracts local wildlife and fosters biodiversity. A salt pool is integrated into the , offering a tranquil retreat amidst the sounds of the jungle. This organic house in Santa Teresa is not merely a residence but a testament to a holistic way of living in harmony with nature. It embodies the idea that architecture can enhance the natural beauty of a place while minimizing its environmental footprint—a true sanctuary hidden in the hills of paradise.

“The provocation of the random and the unpredictable is our strategy in approaching the spatial and programmatic aspects of architecture. We work at discovering the factors leading beyond pure functionality – it is how we see the essence of architecture.” Marie-Therese Harnoncourt-Fuchs (*1967) and Ernst J. Fuchs (* 1963) founded the next ENTERprise Architects in 2000 in Vienna, Austria. From the beginning tnE have operated in a field that ranges from experimental installations to architectural practice, treating both approaches as equal and mutually influential. Projects like the Zirl House / AT (1997), Stadtwind / AT (2000), Blindgänger / AT (2000), Underground Swimming Pool / AT (2001), Audiolounge / AT (2001), Trinkbrunnen / AT (2003), How to Start a City / AT (2003), Lakeside Bath Caldaro / IT (2006), Cloud Tower - Open-air pavilion Grafenegg/ AT (2007), Residential development Auer-Welsbach-Straße / AT (2007), Archaeological Center Mainz / GER, competition 1st prize (2010), Noeklius _ informed sculpture / AT (2014), Fidesser House / AT have been widely published and awarded. The studio was nominated several times for the Mies van der Rohe Award / Further Prizes: Austrian Baupreis, Clients’ Award of the Austrian Architects Association, City of Vienna Award for the Advancement of Architecture, the Lower Austria Award for Cultural Achievements in Architecture. Their projects and installations have been shown among others at Archilab Orléans / FR (2000, 2001, 2003), Latent Utopias, Steirischer Herbst / AT (2002), Bienal de São Paulo / Brazil (2003), Manifesta / IT (2009), Venice Biennale / IT (2004, 2006, 2010, 2016),’Fractional Systems’ at Mackey Garages, Los Angeles (2010), Walking Chair Gallery Vienna / AT (2011), Aedes Gallery Berlin / GER (2004, 2014). Their project UN/COMMON SPACE UN/DEFINED LIVING for "Places for People" was presented in the Austrian pavilion at the 15th International Architecture Exhibition LA BIENNALE DI VENEZIA 2016 in Venice / IT. Marie-Therese Harnoncourt and Ernst J. Fuchs are internationally invited for talks and lectures, and they have held teaching appointments among others at the University of Applied Arts Vienna / AT, Vienna University of Technology / AT, University of Innsbruck / AT, University of Art and Design Linz / AT, Academy of Fine Arts and Design Bratislava / SK, École Spéciale d’Architecture Paris / FR. The first monograph of the next ENTERprise 'Close to the Bone' was published in 2007 (DD22, Damdi Architecture Publishing Co., South Korea). www.tne.space