In a mountainous region in Spain, local studio Ábaton converted a labour house into a contemporary cottage that overlooks a nearby forest. Designed in 2024, Cottage in La Vera features traditional architecture and materials but with a modern twist. Dubbed a “non-intervention” in the territory by the studio, the renovation was intended to respect the existing building, using local materials from the land and old surrounding structures.
Good Project Company has meticulously rehabilitated the Westbrook Residence, originally designed by Richard Neutra in 1962, in Los Angeles. This midcentury-modern house has evolved through three generations, with contributions from Dion Neutra and John Blanton. Good Project Company‘s sensitive approach honors the heritage of the original house while accommodating contemporary needs.
Villa LO, a house in Aalter, Belgium, was designed by JUMA architects in 2024. The clients requested a charming design, resulting in a classic gable roof and traditional materials like solid oak beams and burgundy tiles. The volumes are interconnected in a minimalist way, offering a contemporary take on a classic theme. The interior features smoked oak furniture, rounded details, and Travertine floors that extend outside, creating a cohesive and inviting space.
JUMA Architects expanded Villa RN – an existing farmstead in Anzegem, Belgium, with the addition of a new volume positioned at right angles to the original structure. Designed in 2024, the extension features a distinctive black wooden facade and roof, creating a contemporary contrast.
Hudson Lookout, designed by Kimberly Peck Architect, is a modern watchtower home located in the Catskill Mountains, United States. Completed in 2021, the house features a unique three-story cube design with random-shaped windows to highlight the surrounding mountain views. The interior includes a stacked steel staircase leading to a rooftop deck, and energy-efficient elements like SIP panels and radiant heating.
The Offset ADU, designed by Byben, is a garage conversion located in Los Angeles. Completed in 2024, the ADU features curved interior and exterior elements, creating a soft and inviting atmosphere. Byben expanded the original garage, offsetting the second level to accommodate zoning envelope requirements and power lines, allowing for features like a roof deck and bike storage.
Fergus Garber Architects redesigned the Modern Maybeck house in Atherton, California, embracing early 20th-century architectural principles. The design, completed in 2022, retains a few outer walls to preserve the home’s expansive footprint and reimagines the layout. The new home, inspired by Bernard Maybeck’s iconic style, features heavy timber specially sourced and assembled on-site, aiming to blend modern refinement with a sense of familiarity and ruggedness.
Fergus Garber Architects created this Palo Alto, California, residence for a family of six by marrying classic and contemporary styles with farmhouse influences. Designed in 2019, the Blending Family house prioritises a sense of closeness while allowing personal spaces.
