Located in the northern region of the state of Coahuila, the land is fully dedicated to the conservation of endangered species and the reproduction of others. The area is an oasis in the contemporary world: a place isolated from [...]
situated on a cliffside, 44 feet above the pacific waterfront, the residence’s design seeks to reference a connection to its diverse surrounding landscape through living spaces featuring wide panoramas toward ocean below, while concrete and vegetated walls remind of the rocky [...]
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Located in the countryside of São Paulo, Itatiba, the residence is on open land and a downwards slope terrain with a west facing view, on the edge of a large environmental preservation area of a native forest. Built on the highest level possible, [...]
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located on a rehabilitated brownfield site, the building takes advantage of the earth’s mass to maintain thermal comfort throughout the year. Its relationship to the landscape both in terms of approach as well as building performance [...]
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The house, designed in 1995, aims to reduce its ecological footprint on the use of materials and construction systems so using local materials, certified industrial materials environmentally [...]
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Set on a narrow finger of land, bound on one side by the sea and on the other by a lake, living on this property offers all the benefits and privacy of owning your own personal island without the hassles of access. The views are stunning [...]
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Located on Australia’s Sunshine Coast, the linear home is a model of space and energy efficiency, combining a family home and a studio space, positioned side by side under a common roof, [...]
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The site has a lot to take in with all the trees, mountains and vistas - which is why the Residence was designed to embrace the outdoors from within. It's large enough to accommodate a whole [...]
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From a distance, it might be hard to tell that there's a house hidden within this lush Dominican Republic landscape. But look again and you’ll see skillfully this 5,380 square foot house tucked into a steep hillside overlooking spectacular pine-studded views. Large green-roofed terraces create [...]
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A country house with common features, respect for the context and a specific program; but most important is, the house steps away from the usual typologies for houses of the region. With a contemporary personality, this house assumes [...]
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This beautiful Victorian home takes a unique approach on architecture. While most homes in the area are wide and flat, this tall, thin home allows for a small footprint and maximum use of the small backyard space. Built with exposed cedar and [...]
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The home is located in a quiet residential area, at the top of a leafy hill in the outskirts of the city, and is distinguished by its four "experiences" of living, after which the house is named, since they are spatially and constructively qualify: Leisure, [...]
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Located along the Portland National Forest, the reticence uses a mix of concrete, wood and wide glass windows to create a very elegant home which interacts with the surrounding nature. Its interiors are filled with bright and clean elements which […]
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Design for a steeply sloping site, the Architect chose rouse a series of pillars to raise the interconnected rooms lifting the building off the ground, above the tree tops of the surrounding Costa Rican forest to optimise views of the Pacific Ocean. […]
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Nestled into a forested slope, this small retreat opens to a view of the Olympic Mountains and the Puget Sound. Anchored by a weathered cedar clad bedroom wing, a bold concrete cantilever projects the living and dining into the dense forest and […]
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This project is a response to a densely wooded sloping site with stunning views overlooking a beautiful pond. It was conceived as a folded volumetric “sheet” enclosure that wraps and folds into itself to form and define the major interior […]
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Floating above the sandy beach, Two Hulls is one of the many fascinating detached houses in Nova Scotia, Canada. Cantilevered on concrete foundations, it allows the water to flow freely […]
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The residence performs contorted gymnastics in order to facilitate an ambitious brief on a small, yet opportunistic site. The clients wanted to commission not only a new and comfortable home, but also sought a challenging design. The new extension […]
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Conceived as a viable alternative to urban dwelling, this group of individual dwellings collectively form an ideal retreat. The homes are inspired by the idea of oriental pavilions, which have a special way of orientating toward different views, and they are […]
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The house celebrates the beauty of the surrounding landscape– sweeping views through an all-glass facade magnify the spacious, open feel of the living areas.The home employs several sustainable design strategies including geothermal heating and cooling […]
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In this harsh environment the architect chose to place two layers of skin – the exterior, a barrier in front of the elements, – and the interior for color composition and durability. One can’t easily distinguish inner from outer since space is […]
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Designed as a rural retreat and balanced on top of a dry-stone wall, the long and narrow residence is visually linked to the outdoor spaces of its woodland location, as a concrete volume with lengths of […]
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Conceived as a secure and unexpected retreat nestled into a rock, the Pierre (the French for stone) celebrates the materiality of this site. From certain angles, the house – with its rough materials, […]
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This charming, eclectic home, ccupies the top three floors of the west tower of a famous London landmark, St Pancras Penthouse Apartment. The project consisted of a massive redesign and as expected, the creative team faced quite a few […]
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Occupying only a third of the total surface of the plot, the pathway house is a home that establishes a connection with the outdoor environment, in order to make the inhabitants feel relaxed and peaceful. Boasting a rectangular-shaped structure, the […]
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The sensuality of the solid lines, large windows, sliding doors, metal structures, which generates large spans and generous ruffles, finishes without unnecessary frills and the white color on floors, walls and ceilings highlight the basic concepts that […]
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Located on a sloping mountain ridge at the foot of the Yatsugatake Mountains, this house was designed on a piece of land that offers spectacular views that are rarely known. Seeking for the best in […]
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The Czech émigré architect, Ladislav Rado’s famous modern house built in 1956-57, provided the original context for this renovation. The building reflects the simplicity and directness of the relationship to the outside and to the landscape, with influences from Japan. […]
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The house is conceived as a continuation of nature to which is embedded inside the mountain. This green platform allows the preservation of a lookout site prior to constructions. A perimeter contention wall composes the primary structure. An air chamber allows having a thermal […]
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Caterpillar House was designed by Feldman Architecture and is situated in the hills of the Santa Lucia Preserve, California. According to the architects, “Caterpillar House implements sustainable elements while exploring a […]
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This urban infill project juxtaposes a tall, slender curved circulation space against a rectangular living space. The tall curved metal wall was a result of bulk plane restrictions and the need to provide privacy from the public decks of the adjacent three […]
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From the architect. Situated in the well-known Caldecott region of central Singapore, this bungalow by A D Lab enjoys the relaxed atmosphere of its quaint residential neighbourhood with gorgeous views of the MacRitchie Reservoir, one of the nation’s most popular nature. […]
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From a distance, it would seem a traditional Christmas tree has been erected in front of the Palace of Arts in Budapest. But upon closer inspection, a surprise is revealed- the tree is made up of 365 sledges. Designed by Hello Wood, […]
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The Floating house was designed for people who appreciate freedom and nature at their doorstep, offering 2 luxurious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen and generous terrace. The concept of the floating house is inspired by nature, […]
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The residence is located in an ideal position, both as to the beautiful view on the valley it enjoys and the sun exposure, excellent all year around, which allows for energy efficiency and the spatial inside-outside continuity.
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This massive 5,300 square foot contemporary residence in San Diego, California, USA was envisioned as a solid concrete building with plenty of openings maximizing communication with the outdoors. Different from every standpoint, the […]
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Original Conversion: A Water Tower Into A Luxury Home, London
Looking for a unique place to stay in London? The water tower now accommodates four bedrooms with extensive London views […]
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Islington is a gritty inner-city suburb of Newcastle, traditionally working class. which is experiencing demographic change as young families move […]
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When building a green home one chooses to do so to reduce the harmful impact on the environment. Careful thought and consideration must be placed on every aspect of this home design, from the roof to the foundation to everything in between […]
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Single Family Residence on the beach in Xangri-there, South Coast of Brazil. Concrete and bricks stand out in a simple architecture, comprising two blocks, created for the family, with the external […]
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An imposing residential project, with a sense of boldness, the two-story, exquisite dream home is a luxury resort-like sanctuary, that will conquer your heart, as soon as you see it […]
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Studio Arthur Casas have completed the design and development of Baleia Condo, a modern residential complex located in São Sebastião, Brazil. With a privileged location between a large rain forest […]
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Your outdoor home is often forgotten when selling your home. The attention of your interiors becomes the focal point and the fact that most homebuyers make up their minds before setting foot inside […]
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The concept refers to the agricultural landscape of the Larisa’s plain which reminds of a multicoloured orthogonal puzzle. Both the austere shape of […]
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Bluff House on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria is a holiday home which confidently addresses the challenges of a dual interface with a rugged coastline and the neighbouring rural countryside.
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Cor-Ten steel is the trademarked but common name for steel in which various alloys are added to create a layer of rust on its surface. […]
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Every homeowner has gone through it – you choose a home that you think will be ideal for you […]
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The Southlands Residence nestles into a mature, heavily vegetated corner site in Vancouver’s historical Dunbar-Southlands neighborhood.
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Situated on the edge of Alençon, in the rural landscape of Lower Normandy, La Luciole – French for «firefly» – [...]
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