Forgetting Time House, located in Singapore and designed by Wallflower Architecture + Design, is a refreshing example of biophilic home design, inspired by the idea of creating a retreat amidst nature in a tropical environment. Completed in 2022, the house juxtaposes indoor and outdoor spaces, employing a combination of full-height glass doors and a restrained material palette to offer ease of movement and to conjure thoughts of escapism.
Loop Home, a 2022 Matt Kuo design, reimagines urban living in Taipei, Taiwan. This compact apartment combines hotel comforts with home warmth, maximizing usability with a sleek, contemporary aesthetic. The open floor plan and creative use of space cater to the needs of modern travelers, creating an urban sanctuary that blends style and practicality. The design deftly balances temporary convenience and lasting comfort, embodying the essence of compact living in a bustling city.
The recently remodeled 2024 apartment in Milan by design group Archventil features natural and industrial materials with an intelligent approach to interior design.
PASSA.TEMPO is a private residence set on a hillside in Montefano, Italy. Designed by Michele Gambato, it recovers the orthography of local rural houses, exploring a strong conceptual architectural design that connects the surrounding landscape with the intimate, domestic space through oversized windows and abstract openings. The theme of nature preserves and emphasizes the connection with the outside, as well as the necessary degree of permeability in space and time.
A.J.C. House is located in Oliveira de Azeméis, Portugal, and was designed by José António Lopes da Costa. The project incorporates a house with differentiated spaces creating a strong relationship with the outside in the social areas, with the patios and gardens. The openings sometimes tear through the walls, allowing the whole complex to create differentiated living areas. The project was completed in 2022.
WrocLOFT, designed in 2022 by THEZA Architects, is an open loft studio located in Wrocław, Poland. The apartment features an interior that celebrates historical elements, such as exposed brick walls and steel beams, while incorporating newly applied materials that complement the building’s character. The re-adaptation features compact winding stairs, semi-transparent partitions, and a modular lighting system for flexible living space.
Located in Porto Feliz, Brazil, Village House embodies Studio MK27‘s design style, showcasing a seamless blend between indoor and outdoor spaces. Found within an expansive ranch, this house features distinct programmatic boxes delineated by sturdy stone walls, preserving intimacy. A medley of wooden interiors, natural furnishings, and a design influenced by medieval villages creates a harmonious atmosphere that flows naturally from communal outdoor areas to cozy, private living spaces.
Located in Bengaluru, India, Screen House represents a remarkable endeavor by Kamat & Rozario Architecture, crafted in 2023. This dwelling unifies internal and external areas, spotlighting daylight and airflow throughout the structure. Situated on a lot measuring 40 feet in width and 75 feet in depth, the residence interacts with its surroundings as one navigates through its length.
