Casa Carrara

Casa Carrara, named for its use of Carrara marble, was conceived for a young couple seeking to build a home where they could raise a family and grow old within the luxurious Albany community in the Bahamas. Inspired by the diverse architectural narratives of Nassau, from its colonial to modern influences, we crafted a home that pays homage to Georgian tropical adaptations—melding classical symmetry with climate-savvy elements.

Despite its size, Casa Carrara retains a human scale through segmentation—resulting in a collection of interconnected spaces with varied roof heights and materials to achieve the appearance of many interconnected buildings rather than a single structure. The exterior, adorned with white stucco, nods to traditional Bahamian lime plaster techniques, now enhanced with modern efficiency.

Loggias, arcades, and courtyards are woven into the fabric of the project, facilitating a seamless indoor-outdoor transition. This design feature encourages year-round enjoyment of the weather by mitigating the heavy heat of the Bahamian sun while enhancing natural ventilation.

Ultimately, Casa Carrara integrates its cultural and environmental settings into a home that can gracefully adapt to a family’s changing needs and stories. It is a testament to a life in sync with both the history and future of its context and the natural rhythms of the tropical lifestyle.