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White Fortress by TAEP/AAP Enveloped by Thick Walls in Kuwait

Circular walkway surrounded by lush vegetation leads to a white, cylindrical tower.

TAEP/AAP has updated the traditional architecture of the Northern Gulf with a cylindrical house surrounded by towering walls in Al Khiran, Kuwait. Designed in 2023, White Fortress contrasts its arid surroundings with an interior filled with spacious rooms, views of the Gulf Sea, and various oval-shaped patios and gardens. A rooftop tower acts as a “seacoast lighthouse”, framing sandy vistas.

Casa Balat Offers Sustainable Sicilian Farmhouse Experience

Rustic exterior with thatched roof, concrete window frame, and lush greenery surroundings.

Ignazio Mortellaro has transformed a 300-year-old Sicilian farmhouse into a sustainable, energy-efficient retreat called Casa Balat. Located in Noto, Italy, the project seamlessly integrates traditional materials with state-of-the-art green technology, like a geothermal system for air conditioning and water heating.

Casa Balat features an open-air shala for yoga, a saltwater pool, gardens, and a Bulthaup kitchen, all designed to minimize carbon footprint while providing luxurious and sustainable agriturismo accommodations.

Joshi House Blurs Lines Between Art and Architecture in Bengaluru

Modern architectural design with geometric shapes, clean lines, and balconies. Unique exterior style.

Joshi House is a single-family home in Bengaluru, India, designed by Anahata in 2023. The design balances art and architecture, creating personalized spaces while maintaining common areas for togetherness. The house features geometric volumes, with a cantilevering circular balcony as a standout element.

The interior mirrors this circular volume, enhancing flow and cohesion. Clean lines, natural light, and brass elements characterize the decor, blurring boundaries between personal reflection and shared experiences.

Three-Courtyard House by Habanero Unifies Concrete and Stucco

A modern, two-story home with a minimalist exterior, large windows, and a paved walkway leading to the entrance.

The Three-Courtyard House by Habanero Architecture in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, showcases a Vastu Shastra-inspired design, blending contemporary aesthetics with traditional harmony. The house’s leveled plane creates three courtyards, enclosed by a U-shaped retaining concrete wall. This structure not only aligns with nature but ensures energy efficiency with concrete masonry units and stucco, adding insulation internally.

E House by Setenay Erkul Architects Embraces Istanbul Forest

FeaturedCozy living room with plush modular seating, wood-paneled fireplace, and abstract artwork.

E House, designed by Setenay Erkul Architects in 2025, is a family home situated on the Asian side of Istanbul, Turkey. This three-story house, adjacent to a forest, showcases a sculptural and elegant design. The use of natural materials like wood and marble, along with various artworks, creates a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere, balancing sophistication with warmth.

House M by Ayami Takada Architects

Striking modern house with wooden beams, corrugated metal facade, and large covered patio.

Architectural studio Ayami Takada Architects overhauled a relatively new house in Shizuoka, Japan, by incorporating three translucent spaces and a sunroom equipped with solar panels. The team aimed to create a completely different environment through expansion and renovation, rather than rebuilding, by “taking advantage of the topography of the river breakwater bank and the privilege of having a panoramic view of the landscape beyond.”

Designed in 2023, the 143-square-metre home is characterized by a transparent box forming a junction between interior and exterior spaces.

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