Located in Matosinhos, Portugal, Casa da Fonte Velha is a contemporary family home designed by Martins Pimenta – Arquitetura e Construção. This project, completed in 2023, focuses on creating a harmonious living space that seamlessly integrates with the outdoors, providing a perfect environment for hosting friends and family.
Architect Donald Luckenbill, a senior architect at the practice of Paul Rudolph, completed work on Oceanus House, a stunning modernist residence situated atop Mount Olympus in Los Angeles, United States, in 1992.
Good Project Company was tasked with a thoughtful modernization of the property, employing a reductive detailing strategy to emphasize the home’s striking horizontality and the seamless integration of indoor and outdoor living areas.
Designed in 2022, The Shelter is a ground-floor residence with a basement located in Kato Kastritsi, Greece. Conceived by renowned architect Façade, this linear shell-like structure acts as a “fault line” bisecting the plot, dividing the inactive olive grove from the residents’ relaxation area.
The building’s geometry, orientation, and transparency create a seamless connection between the interior and the surrounding natural environment, embodying the essence of a true “shelter” in the landscape.
Situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Memphremagog in Quebec, Canada, the Rockhaven Country Residence by Figurr Architects Collective is a stunning 4,800-square-foot, four-bedroom house that seamlessly blends modern design with the natural beauty of its surroundings.
Designed in 2023, this house is a retreat that offers unobstructed views of the lake and engages with the surrounding forest, providing the homeowners with a cozy and sophisticated haven.
Naturhumaine [architecture+design] has unveiled a captivating micro-chalet project, La Cime, in the heart of the Canadian wilderness. This 538-square-foot house, designed in 2024, sits atop a densely wooded lot in the village of Sainte-Béatrix, Lanaudière, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding treetops.
Thoughtfully crafted to minimize its environmental impact, the property features a LEED GOLD certification and Novoclimat standards, showcasing the architects’ commitment to sustainability.
Bohlin Cywinski Jackson‘s Henry Island Guesthouse in San Juan County, Washington, is a thoughtful response to evolving a family retreat on a remote location. This 1,350-square-foot addition to a secluded site in the San Juan Islands offers guests immersion within a remarkable natural environment, with a compact linear form, restrained material selection, and strategies for occupant wellbeing.
In Trivandrum, India, the White Skube House by Srijit Srinivas Architects showcases a minimalist design approach that seamlessly blends with its densely settled surroundings. This second home for a joint medical family features a skewed cuboid form, accentuated by a pristine white exterior and thoughtful spatial planning to accommodate their functional needs.
In the heart of Raipur, India, the Quadrant House by Studio Lotus stands as a testament to contemporary Indian architecture. This multi-generational residence blends nature, light, and a refined aesthetic, offering a comfortable living experience centered around natural materials and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions.
Designed in 2021, the house’s understated contrast with its surroundings creates a captivating visual narrative, weaving in and out of the landscape with a focus on Vastu principles and a vibrant, edible garden.
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