Casa Polly in Rome Reveals Textured and Modern Interiors

Modern, playful interior with striped walls, wood floors, and eclectic decor.

For the Casa Polly residence in Rome, architecture and interior design studio 02A Studio introduced a balance between the home’s original “raw” aesthetic and the occupants’ preference for softer details. Designed with a combination of existing elements and new decor pieces, the team refreshed the 120-square-metre apartment to best fit the needs of its newest residents.

Davis House in Melbourne by Blur Architecture

Striking copper-clad building with a reflecting pool and autumn foliage surroundings.

Melbourne studio Blur Architecture has added a copper-clad extension to a Victorian townhouse in the South Yarra suburb of Melbourne, Australia, with features such as an elevated lap pool and a glass corridor that connects the old and new buildings.

Blur Architecture used materials including weathered copper, glass, steel, bluestone pavers and concrete for Davis, which was designed for a homeowner who wanted to improve their exercise and swimming routine at the house.

St Johns House By Paul Archer Design Links Maritime History

A modern, dark-colored house with triangular roof and large windows, situated on a street.

St Johns House, designed by Paul Archer Design, is located in Wivenhoe, United Kingdom. This home was created for an artist seeking a light-filled, energy-efficient space on a plot near the Colne Estuary. The design includes a double-gable roof, dark timber cladding, and metal roofing, reflecting the area’s maritime history. Rooflights and flexible interiors define the contemporary yet historically linked design.

Sunset Bungalow by Flower Is a “Masterfully Renovated” Boulder Home

Expansive mountain views framed by sleek indoor-outdoor living space with modern furnishings.

The United States-based Flower design team transformed a 1950s Boulder bungalow into a distinctive getaway featuring preserved steel-frame windows and sleek cabinetry walls. The revamped post-war structure maintains its original facade while introducing an open-plan interior layout that spills onto a deck with Flatiron views. This historic renovation merges past and present, complete with a new primary suite and a lower-level family area opening to a freshly landscaped pool area.

A Doorless House by Casa Antillón

Minimalist, modern living space with wood-burning stove, white walls, and geometric accents.

Madrid-based Casa Antillón reimagined a former cluttered attic into “A Doorless House” for their clients’ children and guests. Avoiding traditional room hierarchies, the design emphasizes flexible living spaces around a central hearth. By incorporating a fragmented curved wall, the interior separates public and private areas while allowing natural light from skylights to fill the spaces. This approach ensures a functional yet interaction-friendly environment within the 70-square-meter Madrid apartment.

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