Vincent van Leeuwen designed Villa Ruwiel in Breukelen, Netherlands, in 2022. Situated on a historic estate, the house features an asymmetrical roof inspired by local barns, providing shade and connecting the interior to the landscape. Clad in Fraké wood, the energy-neutral home offers panoramic views and natural light through large sliding windows.
Wiltshire House, located in Wiltshire, United Kingdom, is a Victorian residence revamped by YARD Architects in 2017. The refurbishment includes a contemporary rear extension featuring black zinc cladding. Designed to offer open-plan living accommodation, it showcases playful reinterpretations of pitched roof profiles.
Inside, the roofs define distinct zones such as dining and living areas, complemented by a suspended fireplace and folding doors that open to garden and countryside views. The design aims to blend with the scenic surroundings while maintaining a modern aesthetic.
Set in the countryside of the North Downs in Surrey, England, McLean Quinlan‘s 2023-designed Downland Barns is a timber-framed home. This newly built house creatively fuses traditional craftsmanship with modern design, incorporating sustainable features. Its three interlinked structures, enclosed by a flint wall, offer unobstructed countryside views and balance practicality and elegance in every detail.
The 1028 Villa by Kanisavaran Office in Mahmudabad, Iran, is a modern residence designed in 2024. The project presents a contrasting facade that is solid from the alley view and open from the riverside, reflecting a philosophy of harmonizing nature and architecture. The villa emphasizes a connection to its environment, adhering to climatic conditions without creating rigid boundaries, resulting in a contemporary form that respects its surroundings.
Murka Hotel is a newly designed hotel completed by Thinking Design in Wenzhou, China. Part of a rural revitalization initiative, the project aims to entice urban citizens to the countryside and encourage young locals to return home.
The design incorporates staggered blocks, local rocks, and trees penetrating through the roof to create a visually cohesive extension that blends with the mountains and honors traditional culture.
YARD Architects completed The Finned Extension in London, UK, in 2021, adding privacy, natural light, and impactful materials to a home reconfiguration.
The CO House in Caesarea, Israel, designed by Tenne Arch in 2024, is a single-level private residence tailored for a family of five. Surrounded by pomegranate orchards and lush green landscapes, the house features captivating views from every angle, offering a seamless connection to the serene village environment.
Villa Sidonius by Stempel & Tesar architekti is a striking house on a steep northern slope in Černošice, Czech Republic, designed in 2024. Maximizing views of the Berounka Valley, the prefabricated structure features an innovative, bridge-like design on pillars to overcome site challenges. Inside, a cozy living space leads to a sunny terrace and garden, emphasizing modern architectural experimentation.