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Clubhouse: Modernist Oasis in Toronto’s Private Estate

FeaturedSleek, modern exterior with expansive glass walls, pool, and minimalist bar seating.

FrankFranco ArchitectsClubhouse 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.

A Home on the Edge of a Forest: A Sanctuary Nestled in the Lush Landscape

A cozy, wood-paneled bedroom with a large window overlooking a snowy landscape.

In St.Petersburg, Russia, a captivating home by Horomy Studio seamlessly blends into the edge of a lush forest, offering its residents a remarkable connection to nature. This 2023 house project, situated along the Finnish Gulf, showcases a clever design that maximizes panoramic views while integrating discreet high-tech engineering for exceptional functionality and efficiency.

Natural Villa: Exploring the Sustainable Design Approach by Growto

Spacious modern living room with large windows, sleek furnishings, and a bonsai tree.

Designed by the renowned Growto Design, the Natural Villa in Chengdu, China, offers a captivating fusion of nature and modern living. This 2023 house project features a three-level stacked structure that seamlessly integrates the purity and relaxation of the outdoors with the comforts of urban life. By rejecting excessive decoration, the design team has created a harmonious and tranquil atmosphere, where indoor and outdoor landscapes coexist in a delicate balance.

Two Houses Under a Beautiful Roof: Spacious Living in Nijmegen

Modern two-story brick building with triangular roof and large windows, surrounded by greenery.

In the charming city of Nijmegen, Netherlands, Derksen Windt Architecten designed a remarkable residential project – Two Houses Under a Beautiful Roof. This 2020 design features two houses seamlessly integrated under a single, striking roof structure. The homes sit on nice plots in a newly developed area, boasting unique spatial connections and an interplay of robust materials and sleek architectural forms.

Contemporary Extension: Seamless Transition from Inside to Outside

Modern architecture with a unique slanted roof, large windows, and a patio overlooking lush greenery.

This contemporary extension in the Netherlands’ famous De Zilk floral region seamlessly blends the old and the new. Designed by Derksen Windt Architecten in 2016, the project skillfully connects the existing house with its surrounding garden and bulb fields through a distinctive, precisely detailed addition.

By carefully composing openings, walls, and proportions, the architects created a smooth, immersive transition from the interior to the exterior, allowing the clients to fully experience the outdoor landscape.

Villa Elu and Villa Nalani: Blending Tropical Design and Nature

Tropical-inspired wooden pavilion with lush greenery and a grand entrance.

Instinto Estudio, the renowned architecture firm, has unveiled two stunning villas nestled in the breathtaking coastal region of Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Designed in 2024, Villa Elu and Villa Nalani seamlessly blend modern elegance with the natural charm of the surrounding landscape.

Featuring glass, honey-colored wood, and open spaces, these captivating houses offer an immersive experience that harmonizes with the lush tropical setting.

Wood and Natural Stone House: Derksen Windt Architecten’s Modern Amsterdam Oasis

Modern architectural design with a wooden exterior, large windows, and an inviting outdoor seating area.

Located in Amsterdam, Netherlands, the Wood and Natural Stone House by Derksen Windt Architecten showcases a stunning blend of natural materials and minimalist design. This compact yet spacious residence is part of a beautifully planned urban development, featuring a wooden supporting structure and a facade that seamlessly integrates light horizontal lines with wooden accents.

The thoughtful spatial layout, including a central staircase, creates a sense of openness within the modest dimensions, exemplifying the architects’ commitment to sustainable and smart design.

Concrete Split-level House: Staggered Floors and Textured Concrete Facade

A modern, minimalist architectural design featuring a gray wooden exterior and large glass windows.

Derksen Windt Architecten‘s Concrete Split-level House in Capelle aan den IJssel, Netherlands, showcases a masterful design that transforms a typical Dutch terraced house into a sculptural, light-filled home.

Blending robust materials like fair-faced concrete with innovative wooden floors, this 2020 project creates a refined, sustainable living experience within a characteristic building envelope.

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