Set against the tranquil scenery of Litchfield, CT, the ZN Prototype House crafted by Desai Chia Architecture unveils a groundbreaking perspective on contemporary living. Finalized in 2021, this architectural wonder is designed as a multifaceted assembly of components, allowing for swift construction at diverse locations, featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a storage room, and a freestanding guest house. The home’s design beautifully emphasizes warm materials, modern aesthetics, and expansive views.

Set in the breathtaking hills of Monte Mayor in Benahavis, Spain, Villa MM B8 embraces the captivating beauty of nature and contemporary design, masterfully crafted by A Plus Villas. This refined house seamlessly integrates open spaces and warm textures into its inviting interiors, ensuring every area flows harmoniously into the next. Combining large glass panels and natural materials, Villa MM B8 blurs the boundaries between the stunning surroundings and its elegant living spaces.

Casa Alfeição is a house in Loulé, Portugal, designed in 2024 by Studio Arte architecture & design. The architecture blends with the natural landscape, while the interior design is modern but references traditional Portuguese aesthetics. Clean lines, natural materials, and a neutral color palette create a serene and inviting atmosphere, complemented by the mesmerizing views characteristic of the Algarve region.

Bivacco Brédy is an innovative cabin located in the mountains of Italy by BCW Collective, designed in 2021. The structure is a memorial to Claudio Brédy, an alpinist who tragically lost his life in a climbing accident, symbolizing landscape appreciation and the alpine quality of his life. It features a welcoming interior, with wood panelling and climbing cord bunks, that connects to the stunning views of surrounding mountain peaks.

Set in Brisbane, Australia, Toohey Forest House is a retreat designed by Bones Studio in 2024. The Montreal and Toronto-based studio embraces elements of Brutalism and tropical modernism, celebrating the existing house while incorporating a new pavilion that connects lightly through a glazed gallery.

This custom single-family residence is a renovation of an existing mid-century split-level home, purchased by an empty-nester couple located in Englewood, NJ, United States. The house’s material palette reflects the owners’ appreciation of the warmth of wood and stone elements, designed by Robert Gross Architecture in 2023. The residence employs highly energy-efficient strategies, including deep overhanging eaves for solar shading and a highly super-insulated envelope with high-performance glazing.

Perched atop a breathtaking hill in Batroun, Lebanon, SKYHAVEN Residence showcases mesmerizing sights of a verdant valley and the glistening sea. Designed by BLANKPAGE Architects and finished in 2023, this house integrates two linked residences within one envelope, and skillfully weaves into the rugged terrain. The concept encapsulates a “balcony/belvedere” idea and flows smoothly to embrace the landscape.

Set against the tranquil backdrop of Yucca Valley, California, the Panorama House presents a haven away from city life. Crafted by Andrew Goodwin Designs in 2023, this 1,535-square-foot structure resides on an expansive five-acre plot. The residence functions as a perfect vacation getaway, highlighting a distinctive folding roof configuration that resonates with its desert environment.