Camarim, the renowned Portuguese architectural firm, has transformed a historic building in Lisbon into a captivating residential masterpiece. House No. 11 – Santa Isabel, designed in 2021, seamlessly blends the building’s early 20th-century charm with a contemporary, bespoke design. Situated between an industrial school and a cemetery, this house has a unique and captivating setting that the architects have expertly navigated, creating a harmonious living space that celebrates its surrounding context.
The Contemporary Dogtrot, designed by Frederick + Frederick Architects in Beaufort, South Carolina, USA, is a stunning 2300-square-foot house that showcases the timeless charm of the dogtrot architectural style. Situated on a high, wooded lot overlooking Battery Creek, this modern interpretation captures the refreshing breezes off the water, creating an open and airy living experience.
The interior’s clean, fresh palette provides the perfect backdrop for the homeowners’ carefully curated antique collections, blending contemporary design with classic elements.
Galeria 733‘s stunning Louzada House, located in Tramandaí, Brazil, seamlessly blends contemporary design with the region’s natural beauty. This private, secluded house maximizes views of the surrounding lush vegetation and expansive lagoon, creating a harmonious relationship between architecture and the environment. Featuring a distinctive mix of exposed concrete, brick, and natural wood, the design evokes both beach house and country estate sensibilities.
Ramp Studio‘s latest masterpiece, the Terrace House, stands tall in Imperia, Italy, showcasing a contemporary design that seamlessly blends with the region’s strict seismic regulations and cultural heritage constraints.
This exceptional residence boasts an array of sustainable features, including a wooden CLT panel structure, a 100% electricity-powered operation with 50% derived from PV panels, and a water-efficient landscape with native plant species and rainwater harvesting for irrigation. The Terrace House has achieved the highest energy performance rating (A4) in the Italian system, making it a shining example of eco-conscious architecture.
Blending contemporary elegance with timeless regional elements, Villa Vela in Torri del Benaco, Italy, showcases the exceptional design prowess of a3lier architettura. This striking house, built in 2023, features a unique interplay of pure volumes, robust stone walls, and sleek metal accents that seamlessly integrate with the picturesque Lake Garda landscape. Designed as a semi-detached villa, the project presents a thoughtful balance of modern and traditional architectural approaches, creating a captivating residential gem.
This bright and functional interior was designed by Alexander Tischler for a young, active family with a school-going son in the new contemporary residential complex “Richard” in Moscow, Russia. The clients desired a colorful, patterned space, and the designer delivered, filling the apartment with vibrant hues, straight lines, and architectural volumes.
Connect Homes, a leading architecture firm, has designed House 006, a captivating residential project located in Orinda, California, United States. This modern masterpiece combines a Connect 8 primary residence with a complementary Connect 2 guesthouse/ADU, creating a harmonious and versatile living space. Showcasing the firm’s expertise in contemporary design, House 006 blends seamless functionality with a sleek aesthetic, making it a must-see for architecture and interior design enthusiasts.
Gonzalo Iturriaga Arquitectos‘ latest residential masterpiece, El Montañes, is a stunning example of contemporary design seamlessly blending with Chile’s rugged natural landscape. Nestled on the slopes of Cerro del Cobre in San Esteban, this single-family house showcases a unique architectural approach that embraces the site’s challenging terrain.
Composed of concrete walls, metal profiles, and heat-treated wood, the structure appears to float above the rocky terrain, creating a harmonious dialogue between the built and natural environments.
