Conundrum Creek Residence is located along the Conundrum Springs trailhead in Aspen, Colorado. Designed by Boulder-based Studio B Architecture + Interiors, the design creates a seamless connection with the environment. It is conditioned by local zoning and an inverted topographical site plan with views of nearby peaks. The home’s transparency encourages an interaction between the indoors and outdoors, while a covered patio connects the two wings to the home, enhancing indoor–outdoor living experiences with views that frame the Colorado wilderness.
Sitges House in Sitges, Spain, was designed by Roman Izquierdo Bouldstridge in 2024. The two-story house comprises newly created openings to enjoy the unique views of the coastline in Garraf Natural Park. The design incorporates the Japanese technique of Shakkei for integrating the landscape into the dwelling.
Italian firm Massimiliano Gamba Architects restored and modernised a historic residence, Casa Privata, situated in the picturesque Mincio Valley near Valeggio sul Mincio, Italy, and completed in 2024. The project involved meticulous restoration of an ancient structure, maintaining its architectural integrity, and enhancing its environment through thoughtful redesign and landscaping. The interior and exterior materials were carefully chosen to respect the area’s traditional character, aligning the house harmoniously with its historical and geographical context.
The Regent’s Park Townhouse in London’s Westminster district was redesigned by Studio Arthur Casas in 2024. The interior design subtly integrates the homeowners’ art collection into the historic 1822 building’s preserved framework. Soft hues highlight the artwork, and strategic furniture placement ensures comfortable movement while retaining original spatial layouts.
The UZV house by Open Architecture Design blends tradition with a modern character in Uzava Parish, Latvia. Built on existing foundations from the Soviet era, this beachside home features a gray wooden finish with Japanese-inspired accents and a roof with wave-like detailing.
Villa D by FOS Architetti in Italy features an extension wrapped around traditional trulli, making them the core of the design. Completed in 2020, the house integrates into the landscape with local stone and large windows. The contemporary design of the extension utilizes natural materials and varying floorings, creating a dialogue with the pre-existing structures.
Renata Pinto Beck revamped a compact apartment in Porto Alegre, Brazil, focusing on simplicity and functionality. Designed in 2020, the Dona Oti Apartment blends an industrial aesthetic with cozy elements.
In São Paulo, Brazil, Marina Linhares guided the transformation of a penthouse apartment for a passionate collector of Brazilian folk art in 2023. The interior design embraces open, integrated spaces, providing a streamlined and practical lifestyle. With a focus on comfort, Linhares curated furniture that complements the resident’s vast art collection, enhancing the vibrant tapestries, and works by artists like Volpi, Niemeyer, and Véio against neutral, white walls.
The residence offers an unparalleled living experience, embodying Brazil’s dynamic spirit.
