Situated in the heart of Park City, Utah, the Axboe House is a stunning architectural marvel designed by the renowned KLIMA Architecture firm. This contemporary family home seamlessly blends into the picturesque mountain landscape, offering a harmonious connection to the surrounding natural environment. With a focus on energy efficiency and thoughtful spatial planning, the Axboe House showcases the designer’s commitment to creating a functional and visually captivating living space that caters to the needs of its four-person occupants.
The Habka House, designed by Estúdio MRGB in Brasília, Brazil, is a remarkable example of architectural simplicity that seamlessly integrates with its surrounding landscape. This 2021 residential project showcases the designer’s ability to navigate the site’s complex topography, access, and environmental preservation area, resulting in a harmonious and captivating design.
Approximately 20 kilometers from Brasília’s Plano Piloto, the Ribas House by Estúdio MRGB showcases a thoughtful balance between private and social spaces. Designed in 2018, this Brazilian house features a unique layout with four reinforced concrete walls anchoring two parallel metallic pavilions, creating a central courtyard that brings light and vegetation to the living areas.
Designed by the renowned Estúdio MRGB, the Petry House in Brasília, Brazil, is a captivating example of modern residential architecture. This 470m² house, nestled within a condominium, seamlessly blends with the surrounding neighborhood through a meticulous integration of the site’s unique topography and scale. The lower ground floor, strategically positioned one meter and twenty centimeters below street level, showcases the home’s democratic living spaces, while the upper level houses the private bedrooms and intimate family areas, creating a harmonious balance between public and private zones.
Situated in the vibrant city of Huixquilucan de Degollado, Mexico, the CC48 house designed by VGZ Arquitectura in 2021 is a remarkable example of innovative residential architecture. This ambitious project comprises two independent houses, each with its own garden, sharing services and an entrance.
The smaller 200 SqM house is positioned at the lower level, adjacent to the garage, while the larger 800 SqM main house features an H-shaped layout that allows every room to open to an exterior space, optimizing natural light and ventilation. The design aligns with the studio’s energy-efficient criteria, incorporating rainwater harvesting, waste treatment, and solar power generation.
Maison Shefford, a modern country retreat designed by MXMA Architecture & Design, offers an immersive experience in nature. Located in Shefford, Canada, this family home blends seamlessly with its forested surroundings, providing breathtaking panoramic views and a year-round connection to the outdoors. Through careful siting, thoughtful material selection, and innovative design strategies, the residence creates a harmonious balance between architecture and environment.
The 111 House in Thailand, designed by S+S Architects in 2024, offers a unique take on modern riverside living. This single-story pavilion features transparent glass walls that seamlessly integrate the indoor and outdoor spaces, providing unobstructed views of the surrounding garden-like landscape and the nearby canal. The design prioritizes functionality, allowing the homeowner to effortlessly transition between lounging, dining, and entertaining within a versatile, open-concept layout.
Designed by the acclaimed KLIMA architecture firm, the Crest Haus in Park City, United States, is a stunning example of modern, efficient living. This 2020 house project features 14-inch thick walls that protect the family retreat, situated amidst the breathtaking vistas of the Uinta and Oquirrh mountain ranges. Driven by the idea of a structure bending to the will of strong gusts, the geometric cube design is given a sculptural twist, clad in cedar siding to seamlessly integrate with the surrounding woods.
