Set on Portugal’s Costa Vicentina near the town of Aljezur, Casa do Sul is a white block with an L-shaped plan that embraces its setting while opening up to farmlands and the ocean. Distinção and Serra round out the home’s mix of warm woods and natural tan hues. Both names reference an Alentejo word for slope and are characterized by sloping shapes – the furnishings are inspired by the “easy-going beach life of the musicians, surfers, and farmers who call Costa Vicentina home”.
Located in Punta Negra (Carrilleros), Mexico, Kupuri 27 is a sanctuary designed by Módica Ledezma that employs rustic materials in a blend with nature. Indoor and outdoor spaces resonate through crafted spaces that celebrate minimalism, adorned with their ochre flooring and clay-tiled surfaces, while the direct connection to the tropical garden and the sweeping view of the Pacific Coast remain ever-present.
Signature Space, a villa in Ra’anana, Israel, was designed by Liad Yosef in 2025. The house features a sharp monochromatic palette, contrasting materials, and maximises natural light with its glass elements.
The front facade is covered with grey porcelain tiles, while the interior blends smooth and grooved black veneer panels, basalt stone, and light porcelain flooring. Signature Space also showcases spacious living areas and a well-maintained yard, reflecting an elegant and refined aesthetic.
Designed by A-01, the Black House is located along the southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Built in 2022, the residence is part of the modular No Footprint House series and showcases a climate-responsive design. The house incorporates passive strategies such as cross ventilation, solar shading, and rainwater harvesting to create an efficient living space.
Dans le Noir is a house located in Lugano, Switzerland, designed by ITCH in 2020. The renovation focuses on expanding outdoor spaces and redesigning interiors. The project emphasizes the connection between the large terrace and interior spaces, creating a usable exterior from spring to autumn.
EAG Studio has designed the Contemporary View home in Glen Ellen, California. Completed in 2021, this resort-style, off-the-grid house captures panoramic views of Sonoma Valley and features state-of-the-art sustainable features across its three-acre lot.
Ideal for both small and large-scale entertainment, the home emphasizes self-sufficiency and durability with systems for producing its own water, food, and energy, using smart home technologies and noble materials. Thoughtfully designed gathering spaces and tiered gardens complement the dynamic landscape, enhancing indoor-outdoor living.
Situated in the tranquil scenery of Monopoli, Italy, the Trulli Lamascrasciola, conceived by the inventive Antonio Giannoccaro, exemplifies a deep-rooted admiration for its pastoral origins. Finished in 2024, this dwelling artfully rejuvenates conventional architectures while incorporating sleek modern design features.
The Longwood ADU exemplifies innovative residential design, merging functionality with aesthetic allure. Designed by Patrick TIGHE Architecture, the dwelling reimagines urban living in Los Angeles, CA, with a distinctive open plan, soaring cedar-clad ceilings, and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions. The 1,200 sq ft space features polished concrete floors and a sliding glass wall, creating a harmonious link to the surrounding environment and offering a tranquil retreat from city life.
