Lum Terra is a residential complex of 10 villas by Studio 360, situated in the community of Cholul, north of Mérida, Mexico. Designed in 2024, these homes prioritize climate adaptation with a square configuration to optimize orientation and thermal comfort. The project exemplifies a blend of architectural design and sustainability, offering significant value in a market focused on three-bedroom homes.
StudioMadera has renovated a 160-square-metre Brasilia Apartment in Madrid, Spain. The project involved creating an open-plan living space for an urban couple, with areas for socialising, working, and relaxing. StudioMadera aimed to provide natural light and ventilation while offering a mix of industrial and cosy aesthetics in the updated interiors.
Settimo Boutique Apartment, designed by La Leta Architettura, is located in the heart of Palermo, Italy. This project offers an unconventional take on tourist accommodations, emphasizing exclusivity and good design. The apartment consists of three consecutive rooms, including a mansard bedroom with zenithal light.
OYO has renovated a home into the Dune House in Ghent, Belgium. Designed in 2021, the project includes a sustainable approach with a ground water heat pump and solar panels. Key features include a raised roof edge and sleek black-stained wooden planks. The half-embedded structure preserves the historical character while integrating modern comfort, providing an oasis with geothermal cooling and smart storage solutions.
Lansdowne Road is a house extension in the City of London, UK, designed by Mulroy Architects in 2020. The project increased the floor space by 25 percent in this family home. The design features a courtyard between a new rectangular extension and an original Victorian bay window. A frameless curved window creates more space, wrapping around the bay and focusing the new dining area. The first-floor addition includes a study and bathroom.
Brazilian designer Leandro Garcia has created an apartment with fluid and flexible spaces in Curitiba. Designed in 2023, the Cinza Apartment features a mix of textures and a gradient color scheme, utilizing Brazilian marble and ebonized oak carpentry. The interior combines vintage and contemporary pieces, including works by renowned designers like Jorge Zalszupin and Sergio Rodrigues.
Garden and Glass, a contemporary home designed on a narrow, trapezoid-shaped lot in Menlo Park, California, features two wings embracing a generous garden. The single-story pavilion hosts the master suite, while the two-story structure includes children’s rooms, a kitchen, and living spaces. Designed by Fergus Garber Architects in 2018, the property includes a built-in barbecue, bar, and bocci ball court.
Under the Star Game Reserve by Martin Cenek Architecture in Prague, Czech Republic, features three apartments set along the edge of a historic game reserve. Designed in 2022, it incorporates exposed concrete and natural oak veneer interiors, with outermost houses sporting hipped roofs.