In the coastal community of Bridgehampton, United States, a formally innovative home by Steven Harris Architects redefines oceanfront living. Referencing the work of modernist masters like Oscar Niemeyer and Roberto Burle Marx, this 2022 house strategically places its public spaces on the second floor to maximize panoramic ocean views, while a sculptural pavilion-turned-reflecting-pool draws the sea even closer. Sustainable materials, energy-efficient design, and integrated landscaping make this Bridgehampton Beach House a celebration of art, nature, and responsible architecture.
Situated in the lush, tropical paradise of Kauai, Hawaii, the Wahi Lani house is a stunning architectural masterpiece designed by the talented Walker Warner. Blending seamlessly with its natural surroundings, this modern gem features a U-shaped form crowned by a sloping shed roof, accentuated by clerestory windows and floor-to-ceiling glass. The home’s heart lies within a captivating courtyard and lanai, where the charred wood walls create an interplay of light and shadow, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living.
The Corner Villa designed by Arash Madani Design Studio in Sorkhab, Iran, is a captivating residential project that seamlessly combines communal spaces for gatherings and private sanctuaries. Crafted with precision, this house features a unique courtyard layout that ensures the privacy of the owner while enabling energy-efficient practices.
The villa’s distinctive geometric design with broken lines and lozenges not only creates expansive balconies but also provides shading to maintain thermal comfort. The project’s intelligent construction techniques and material choices highlight the beauty of the architecture while reducing environmental impact.
This apartment building in Glyfada, Greece, designed by Concept Studio in 2023, showcases an exceptional integration of the structure with its surrounding urban landscape. The six-level development features four independent houses, two maisonettes, and two apartments occupying an entire floor, all optimized for sea and mountain views.
The free-form plan prioritizes the main living areas on the front, benefiting from southern orientation, while bedrooms in the background enjoy cross-ventilation, ensuring energy efficiency up to class A+.
Passion for sports and a desire for a modern, open-concept living space led this California family to embark on a remarkable home renovation project with Klopf Architecture. The Sports Enthusiasts’ Hideaway in Los Gatos, a reimagined mid-century modern house, features expanded living areas, a new bedroom, and a revitalized primary bath, all designed to seamlessly integrate with the lush outdoor amenities, including a sports lawn, plunge pools, and a pool house.
Transforming the Luminous Apartment in Moscow, designer Alexander Tischler blends modern elegance with practical luxury. This high-floor space features bespoke furniture, brass accents, and sophisticated lighting, creating a unique and personalized interior.
San Francisco Modern, designed by Walker Warner, embodies modern elegance and practical design. Inspired by a Joseph Esherick residence, this house features oblong windows framed in blackened steel, sleek marble slabs, and a sinuous spiral staircase leading to a lush sunken garden.
The Tiburon Bay View house in Tiburon, California, designed by Walker Warner, seamlessly blends contemporary style with the natural beauty of its coastal surroundings. Featuring zinc, cedar, oak, and stone, this home offers panoramic views and meticulous craftsmanship.
