Casa Elemento @ Hacienda Espinal

Casa Elemento is a six bedroom contemporary residence in Hacienda Espinal, San Rafael de Alajuela, Central Valley, designed around light, greenery and a strong connection between indoor and outdoor living. Built across two lots in a particularly private yet central position within the community, the home places most of its living spaces and bedrooms on a single level. Expansive windows, landscaped views and cross ventilation shape an atmosphere that feels fresh, open and closely connected to the garden from the moment you enter. The architecture has a confident contemporary character without feeling severe. Clean horizontal lines, exposed concrete surfaces, dark framed glazing and warm wood toned details are softened by mature landscaping visible throughout the interiors. Large panes of glass repeatedly frame the greenery outside, while an interior garden introduces another layer of nature into the central living spaces. The result is a home where the architecture and landscape remain visually connected rather than treated as separate elements. From the entrance, the garden immediately becomes part of the view. To the left is the formal living room, where sliding doors open directly outside and continue the sense of connection to the landscape. A guest bathroom serves this area. Beyond it is the principal bedroom wing, composed of three secondary bedrooms with closets and the primary suite. One secondary bedroom has a private bathroom, while the other two share a bathroom. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and private bath. Each bedroom has direct access to the garden, giving even the more private areas of the home a relationship with the outdoors. To the right of the entrance, the formal dining room leads toward one of the defining spaces of Casa Elemento: a broad covered social terrace overlooking the garden and swimming pool. The pool incorporates a dedicated swim lane, while the adjoining BBQ area and additional guest bathroom support both relaxed daily use and larger gatherings. Built-in cabinetry adds practicality to the social area, while the wood toned ceiling treatment, generous proportions and wide openings create a warm transition between the interior and exterior spaces. The second level is reserved for additional flexible spaces, including an office, TV room and two guest bedrooms sharing a full bathroom. One of these rooms can also be adapted as a gym. The garage includes substantial storage and covered parking for three vehicles, with room for three additional vehicles outdoors. Throughout the residence, extensive glazing and cross ventilation contribute to the natural brightness and freshness that define the experience of the home. Hacienda Espinal is a residential community in San Rafael de Alajuela in Costa Rica’s Central Valley, offering a planned setting with a strong emphasis on an active and family oriented lifestyle. Country Day School has its campus within Hacienda Espinal, while supermarkets including Auto Mercado and Vindi are available nearby. The community provides an alternative residential setting to areas such as Escazú and Santa Ana while maintaining access to the services found in those parts of the Central Valley. Casa Elemento brings together privacy, predominantly single level living, generous social spaces and a close visual relationship with its gardens, creating a distinctive contemporary home within Hacienda Espinal in San Rafael de