Hale Napo’o, a stunning beachfront retreat in Hanalei, Hawaii, epitomizes the best of contemporary design by Olson Kundig.
Set on Kauai’s picturesque north coast, this 2020 masterpiece seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor spaces, offering families the perfect blend of expansive ocean views and intimate settings. The design, influenced by Hawaii’s iconic Dickey-style hip roofs, balances modern aesthetics with a touch of local heritage, ensuring a lifestyle where bare feet and ocean breezes are daily norms.
Discover the FL House in Bragança Paulista, Brazil, a beacon of contemporary design by Jacobsen Arquitetura. Completed in 2017, this two-story house mesmerizes with its stunning visuals, capturing both the serenity of a forest backdrop and the splendor of sunsets over orange groves.
Thoughtful design offers open balconies, a seamless connection between its levels, and premium finishes like South American walnut and charred wood.
The stunning 186 House in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico, epitomizes the synergy of contemporary design and nature. Conceived by architect Aaron Cappon and artfully brought to life with the intricate touch of designer Nyra Troyce, this seafront house immerses its inhabitants in an ambience where nature and architecture meet.
On a sprawling 1,306 m² (14,057.4 ft²) land, its design takes inspiration from Cancún’s famous balmy weather and vibrant surroundings. Troyce, deeply attentive to her clients’ lifestyles, crafts interiors that not only delight the eye but also provide functional, lasting solutions, thanks in part to the innovative use of textiles and materials.
In the heart of Bagno a Ripoli, Italy—a stone’s throw from the illustrious city of Florence — Casa F&V emerges as a masterful blend of traditional charm and modern elegance.
Designed by the renowned Archiplanstudio in 2023, this historic farmhouse combines elemental geometries and abstract materials to craft a spiritual oasis, harmoniously tethered to the panoramic vistas of its sprawling garden.
In the picturesque bay of Lagos, Portugal — a region renowned for its captivating seaside vistas — Casa Libre emerges. Designed by Mario Martins Atelier in 2022, this single-story, concrete masterpiece harmoniously combines architectural weight with the ethereal beauty of its surroundings.
Infused with design elements like glazed surfaces and a prominent concrete canopy, the home seamlessly integrates the indoors with nature, offering a living experience like no other.
Overlooking the shimmering Aegean Sea in Bodrum, Turkey, the Bodrum Laurus Villa by Gonye Design stands as a beacon of timeless elegance.
Occupying a generous 422 square meters (about 4,542 square feet), this residence harmoniously marries nature with cutting-edge architecture, ensuring residents revel in the serenity of their surroundings and the grandeur of design.
Discover the NB House, a contemporary masterpiece by Jacobsen Arquitetura in Angra dos Reis, Brazil. Located in the scenic Frade’s condominium, this residence marvelously balances its architectural prowess with the region’s natural splendor.
One step inside, and the seamless integration of design and landscape becomes evident, as expansive views of the sea beckon from its strategically designed facade.
In the heart of Carovigno, Italy, a town rich in age-old olive groves, sits the Casa 110. This modern single-story retreat, meticulously designed by Luca Zanaroli in 2021, captures the essence of sustainable stone architecture.
Embodying an eco-friendly ethos, the design respects its verdant surroundings, integrating age-old trees while marrying the external environment with the interior through strategic window placements.
