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Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club: Sustainable Surf Lifesaving Hub

A rectangular, black metal building with a surfboard-toting person entering through the large doorway.

Designed by the renowned Wood Marsh Architecture, the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club in Australia captures the rugged essence of the country’s sandstone coastline. Positioned within the dunes, this club building features a unique blend of horizontality and verticality, with a control tower standing as a coastal beacon. The design, driven by a robust and weathered approach to materiality, seamlessly integrates the structure into its natural surroundings, creating a gathering place for the community.

Villa Delle Anfore: Innovative Restaurant Design in Scopello, Italy

Modern Mediterranean-style villa with covered patio, manicured lawn, and stone retaining wall.

Dario Salamone‘s latest culinary masterpiece, Villa Delle Anfore, has transformed a traditional Italian villa in Scopello into a captivating restaurant that seamlessly blends modern design with the region’s rich architectural heritage.

This 2023 project showcases Salamone’s exceptional talent for creating inviting spaces that celebrate the natural beauty of their surroundings, making it a must-visit destination for discerning foodies and design enthusiasts alike.

Triangulo House: Sustainable Living in Brazil’s Concrete Oasis

Expansive open-plan living area with warm wood accents, modern furniture, and abundant natural light.

Designed by renowned Brazilian architecture firm Bernardes Arquitetura, the Triangulo House in São Paulo showcases a captivating interplay of concrete, glass, and natural light. This contemporary house features a distinctive triangular volume resting atop four concrete walls, a result of the unique shape of the terrain and strategic solar orientation. The dynamic design, completed in 2016, employs a metallic lattice to enable the striking cantilevered first floor, creating a visually striking and functionally impressive residential retreat.

MLC House: Embracing Greenery in São Paulo’s Residential Oasis

Warm, rustic living room with wooden ceiling, concrete walls, and eclectic furnishings.

Located in the vibrant city of São Paulo, Brazil, the MLC House is a captivating residential project designed by the renowned architecture firm Bernardes Arquitetura. Completed in 2020, this house embraces the surrounding greenery, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. The strategic positioning of the garden and the use of a concrete gable structure create a harmonious and permeable living space, seamlessly integrating the house with its natural surroundings.

Dammuso Renovation: Bright Light and Airy Design in Sicily

Stone buildings with whitewashed roofs nestled in rugged, lush terrain overlooking the sea.

Bornelloworkshop‘s stunning Dammuso Renovation project in Trapani, Sicily, Italy, showcases the beauty of traditional Mediterranean architecture blended with contemporary design. This house renovation seamlessly combines bright light, black stone, and white lime to create a crisp yet warm living space, with doors and windows that open wide to embrace the breathtaking sea views. The tall ceilings and carefully curated design elements elevate this Sicilian retreat, offering a serene and tranquil escape.

MapleHaus: Sustainable Architecture in the High Desert of Utah

A modern, wooden cabin-style structure nestled among lush, forested hills.

KLIMA architecture‘s latest residential design, MapleHaus, is a captivating example of energy-efficient living in Park City, United States. This 2500 sq ft house, completed in 2021, features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, seamlessly blending modern design with Passive House building principles. Clad in weathering Corten steel, the home’s exterior will gracefully age over time, offering a high fire rating in the high desert mountain environment. With a focus on maximizing livable space and minimizing waste, the project’s innovative 12’x12′ grid system and material palette exemplify the architectural firm’s commitment to sustainable, thoughtful design.

Bridgehampton Beach House: Oceanfront Living Reimagined

Modern luxury villa with infinity pool, covered patio, and panoramic ocean views.

In the coastal community of Bridgehampton, United States, a formally innovative home by Steven Harris Architects redefines oceanfront living. Referencing the work of modernist masters like Oscar Niemeyer and Roberto Burle Marx, this 2022 house strategically places its public spaces on the second floor to maximize panoramic ocean views, while a sculptural pavilion-turned-reflecting-pool draws the sea even closer. Sustainable materials, energy-efficient design, and integrated landscaping make this Bridgehampton Beach House a celebration of art, nature, and responsible architecture.

Wahi Lani: A Surf Shack Elevated – Blurring Indoor-Outdoor Living

FeaturedTropical retreat with modern architecture, pool, fire pit, and lush palm trees.

Situated in the lush, tropical paradise of Kauai, Hawaii, the Wahi Lani house is a stunning architectural masterpiece designed by the talented Walker Warner. Blending seamlessly with its natural surroundings, this modern gem features a U-shaped form crowned by a sloping shed roof, accentuated by clerestory windows and floor-to-ceiling glass. The home’s heart lies within a captivating courtyard and lanai, where the charred wood walls create an interplay of light and shadow, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living.

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