Oslotre Arkitekter‘s two-villa project on Flesaasveien in Oslo, Norway, showcases a harmonious blend of contemporary design and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape. Boasting a simple yet striking architectural approach, the villas feature a combination of curves and straight lines, offering a refreshing and modern aesthetic. Carefully designed to preserve views from the existing house while providing privacy, the properties maximize natural light and scenic vistas towards the distant fjord.
Beaufort County, South Carolina, is the setting for this stunning Lowcountry home, designed by the acclaimed Frederick + Frederick Architects in 2022. Boasting a resilient and energy-efficient design, this luxurious house is the perfect retreat for enjoying the region’s natural beauty, from sailing and fishing to golf. With a focus on maximizing views, natural light, and sustainable features, this home exemplifies the intersection of style and high performance.
This stunning house in Montreal, Canada, designed by the talented team at Le Borgne Rizk Architecture, is a remarkable example of harmonizing old and new. Built in 1911, the beautiful red brick property with its delicate wood cornice had been trapped in the 80s, until the young family who purchased it sought to reconcile the interior and exterior. The resulting transformation opened up the ground floor, creating a seamless dialogue between the kitchen and dining room.
The stunning Endless View house, designed by architect Inon Ben-David, is a minimalist masterpiece nestled in the breathtaking landscape of Kibbutz Gonen, Israel. This two-level, terraced structure seamlessly blends into the natural topography, offering its owners and their young family panoramic views of the Golan Heights, Hula Valley, and Naftali Mountains. With its large openings, natural materials, and neutral color palette, the home perfectly captures the essence of its pristine surroundings.
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.
