The Villa Schlachtensee, designed by Cama in Berlin, Germany, is a stunning example of modern renovation and remodeling. This 1890 suburban villa has been extensively transformed, blending the charm of its original architecture with a light-filled, contemporary design.
The dilapidated addition was replaced with a modern extension, housing a spacious eat-in kitchen and a master bedroom above. The entire home has been modernized, with the floor plans partially reconfigured and the old roof truss replaced, ensuring quality living space throughout, including in the attic.
Collage Design Studio‘s Concrete Collage Office in Chatuchak, Bangkok, Thailand, exemplifies their pragmatic yet innovative approach to architecture. Confronted with spatial constraints and budgetary challenges, the designers embraced creative solutions, including a post-tension structure and the repurposing of concrete materials, to realize their vision for this three-story office building on an 82-square-meter plot.
Designed by Realrich Architecture Workshop, the Sarang Nest House in West Jakarta, Indonesia redefines the traditional house stereotype. Situated in the residential Taman Buana Permata complex, this 2022 project features a thoughtful, organic design that responds to its environment.
With a four-story layout, the 250 sqm house boasts a parking area, service quarters, and a central garden on the first floor, while the upper levels offer a range of living, sleeping, and outdoor spaces.
Realrich Architecture Workshop‘s Stupa House in Tangerang City, Indonesia, is a captivating blend of traditional Indonesian architecture and modern design. This 2022 residential project takes inspiration from the iconic stupa, a tapered traditional masonry temple, creating a serene oasis within the surrounding generic neighborhood.
The house features a striking castle-like form, with a focus on natural light and air circulation through a unique skylight system, offering a comfortable living experience in the hot, humid climate.
Tucked into the picturesque hills of Los Angeles, the Dimmick Drive Houses designed by Freelandbuck showcase a contemporary architectural style with strong rectilinear forms and a restrained material palette.
These 2,000-square-foot residences feature bright, open spaces and abundant picture windows that invite the California sun inside, creating a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor living areas.
Tucked away in a flourishing cinnamon plantation in Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka, Mahaduwa Cinnamon Villa showcases the epitome of tropical modern architecture. Designed by the renowned Sri Lankan architectural firm RMJA under the guidance of architect Rajith Jayawardana, this stunning holiday villa offers a seamless blend of sustainability, luxury, and natural beauty.
Casa Acerbis in Albino, Italy is a captivating project that seamlessly blends public and private spaces. Designed by the renowned duo Gabriele & Oscar Buratti in 2023, this house showcases a unique “typological hybridization,” merging the traditional architecture of the historic town center with the modern concept of a private villa.
The design completes the facade along the piazza, reinterpreting classic elements, while the inner courtyard transforms into a secluded garden oasis, creating a harmonious balance between the urban and the domestic. Visitors to this exceptional residence will be enchanted by the interplay of light, materiality, and the thoughtful articulation of spaces that define this remarkable Italian home.
FrankFranco Architects‘ Clubhouse in Toronto, Canada, is a modern masterpiece that redefines opulence with its site-specific design. This three-year project, recognized as a 2024 Architizer Best Small Firm winner, showcases the studio’s exceptional talent in creating a home that seamlessly blends with its surroundings. Grounded in the roots of modernism, the residence optimizes its plot, with a T-shaped design that organizes the spaces and features cantilevered portions that defy gravity.
