Situated in Sydney, Australia, the Aalto Residence, envisioned by Mac Design Studio, epitomizes modern sophistication. Finalized in 2024, this dwelling stands as proof of a peaceful existence. The architecture embraces luxury alongside sustainability, crafting a serene sanctuary for its residents.
Simmerhûs on the Dutch island of Terschelling is a special assignment for Team V: designing a sustainable island holiday home that is both distinctive and characteristic of its surroundings. The house is sustainably built and features a playful minimalist interior inspired partly by Japanese aesthetics and functionality, yet with an adventurous twist characteristic of design duo Kranen/Gille.
Nestled in Penafiel, Portugal, Casa da Levada is a house designed by Tsou Arquitectos and completed in 2024. It features a design that integrates architecture with the surrounding nature, creating a built natural environment with visual and physical continuity between the building and the landscape.
Candlewood Drive, designed by Reagan & Andre Architecture Studio, is a Tudor-style house located in Houston, United States. With 10,000 square feet (929 square meters) of space, it embodies a spirit of playfulness and refined sophistication, blending well with the traditional fabric of the Tanglewood neighborhood. The home’s material palette includes brick and cast stone, a slate roof, and copper, with steel doors and lead glass windows adding a contemporary touch.
The VLG Abode designed by Jamie Falla is a house located in Jersey, showcasing a contemporary design style. This tranquil dwelling seamlessly integrates innovative form with functional use, offering a mesmerizing retreat characterized by meticulous architecture and harmonic interior design.
Situated in Saint-Ouen, France, the Quinet apartment illustrates a breathtaking renovation executed by Studio Baha. An endeavor of Ariane Bromberger in 2022, this 50 m² penthouse dwells encapsulates the essence of contemporary lifestyle.
Designed in 2023 by Studio B Architecture + Interiors, the Panorama House balances privacy and resort-style living in awe-inspiring Boulder, Colorado, USA. This graceful dwelling, distinguished as a Historic Landmark, boasts an L-shaped plan that embraces the serene landscape and minimizes visual impact.
Inside, exposed natural materials like Japanese plaster and stained white oak create a calming environment, while features like the hidden speakeasy and professional recording studio elevate its luxury.
On a privileged plot, Casa El Rosal, designed by Estudio Maceda, is a house located in Spain. In 2021, the home was crafted to overlook the Navacerrada reservoir and provide views of La Bola del Mundo.
To maximize its stunning setting, the architecture incorporates a warm ochre exterior that combines stone, Airslate, and corten steel, blending beautifully with the surroundings while creating an open courtyard that bathes the building in light and plants.