Hudson Lookout Completed as Watchtower in New York

FeaturedCozy open-concept kitchen with wooden beams, metal stairs, and patterned rugs.

Hudson Lookout, designed by Kimberly Peck Architect, is a modern watchtower home located in the Catskill Mountains, United States. Completed in 2021, the house features a unique three-story cube design with random-shaped windows to highlight the surrounding mountain views. The interior includes a stacked steel staircase leading to a rooftop deck, and energy-efficient elements like SIP panels and radiant heating.

The Offset ADU Provides Space for Family, Friends and Kids

FeaturedWooden siding, curved entryway, and outdoor seating area in modern residential design.

The Offset ADU, designed by Byben, is a garage conversion located in Los Angeles. Completed in 2024, the ADU features curved interior and exterior elements, creating a soft and inviting atmosphere. Byben expanded the original garage, offsetting the second level to accommodate zoning envelope requirements and power lines, allowing for features like a roof deck and bike storage.

Kew House Redesign Embraces Family-Friendly Space Optimization

Modern, minimalist kitchen with sleek white cabinetry, pendant lighting, and a panoramic window overlooking greenery.

Katherine Charlton Design has reshaped a 1997-renovated Californian Bungalow in Melbourne. Known as Kew House, the redesign prioritizes functionality and warmth for a young family. The project included reconfiguring the floor plan to accommodate a main bedroom suite and living areas, removing outdated trims, and introducing black steel-framed windows. The design focuses on enhancing usability and storage within the existing structure, creating a harmonious and welcoming interior without expanding the home’s footprint.

Kimberly Peck Architect Adds Levels to East Village Triplex in New York

Spacious living area with modern furniture, large windows, and a vibrant landscape artwork.

This loft by Kimberly Peck Architect combines a 100-year-old space with an abandoned rooftop area in New York City. Situated in the East Village, the East Village Triplex features dark and light elements, custom woodwork, and panoramic views. Designed in 2024, the project creates a distinctive atmosphere combining public and private spaces. Future plans include a private roof garden above the penthouse, enhancing the unique urban living experience.

Villa Neviera by Archigemma Studio Restores Authentic Character

A stately stone palace with intricate arched windows and a distinctive rooftop tower.

Villa Neviera, located in Cellina, Italy, was restored by Archigemma Studio in 2022. Known as “Il Rifugio,” it preserved historic features and sustained a connection with the surrounding landscape and structures. Now a hotel, the building’s authentic character remains intact, promoting local culture and ensuring economic compatibility within the tourism sector. The project focused on preserving its typological elements while adding native vegetation and eco-friendly features. Villa Neviera exemplifies sustainable development and the importance of collective conservation efforts.

Alea Resort Hideaway Interior Designed by Plajer + Franz

Spacious open-concept kitchen with wooden beams, modern fireplace, and minimalist decor.

The Alea Resort Hideaway, located in Bad Orb, Germany, is a hotel designed by Plajer + Franz in 2024. This sophisticated piece of architecture offers an innovative experience with an underground carpark, penthouses, a rooftop pool, and a spa with a gym. The interior features high-quality furnishings, including large-format tiles, french parquet flooring, and exposed concrete ceilings, creating a refined yet youthful ambience. Penthouses boast room heights up to five metres, with interiors clad in oak wood.

Fergus Garber Architects Redesign Modern Maybeck in Atherton

Rustic wood-and-stone exterior with decorative trim, inviting front entrance.

Fergus Garber Architects redesigned the Modern Maybeck house in Atherton, California, embracing early 20th-century architectural principles. The design, completed in 2022, retains a few outer walls to preserve the home’s expansive footprint and reimagines the layout. The new home, inspired by Bernard Maybeck’s iconic style, features heavy timber specially sourced and assembled on-site, aiming to blend modern refinement with a sense of familiarity and ruggedness.

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