Architecture studio Alexander & CO. redesigned a three-bedroom apartment in a Sydney office building as a “city sanctuary”. The apartment features handmade bespoke furniture set against walls tongue-and-groove wall panels to create a gallery-like atmosphere. Described by the designers as “a living gallery for two people who have chosen a life of quiet calm,” the flat includes several bespoke furniture, including curved concrete kitchens that were craned into the building via a window.
Set amidst the hilly terrain of Ghalat, Iran, Villa Alley exemplifies cutting-edge design by Dall Office. Finished in 2023, this residence fully utilizes its natural surroundings while addressing two core elements: internal arrangement and sync with nature. The scheme employs local stones, underscoring a link to the classic Iranian architectural approach, but enhances it for contemporary necessities. Villa Alley embodies a lifestyle in sync with its surroundings.
In one of the most picturesque areas of Athens, Glyfada, a residential building, stands out with its distinctive design, representing a unique architectural language. Seashore Rise redefines the boundaries of integration into the urban fabric. The design by 314 architecture studio draws inspiration from the sea, and this is captured in a flowing way. As stated by the architectural firm, “the project stands as an experiment, both in terms of construction and the space the architecture takes in the city.”
Studentato S4 is a newly refurbished ENEL office building located on Piazza Indipendenza in the 19th-century area of Florence, Italy. Mappern Architetti’s rehabilitation added more terraces and renovated the travertine cladding and frames on the building’s facade to highlight significant architectural elements.
Students’ rooms range across five levels, organized for privacy, while common areas on the remaining four levels include a lounge, gym, and study rooms. A spiral staircase connects these elements vertically.
Bradley Edwards Architects designed this home on an old trout farm in Springdale, Arkansas. Known as TFR Residence, the house features a modern design with a clear formal language and an elemental material palette. Positioned on a steep hillside, the house includes three bedrooms and utilises concrete, glass, and charred wood.
Nestled in one of the most exclusive areas of Quinta do Lago, this six-suite S. Lorenzo Private Villa constructed in 2025 showcases the signature design of Vanderbuilt Design Group. Designed with striking architecture, the residence melds expansive outdoor areas with vibrant interiors. Curved features and bold colors create a seamless conversation between space and structure, redefining luxury living with an emphasis on bold aesthetics and personality.
Landscape Alley is a 73-square-metre apartment in Kyiv, Ukraine, furnished by Yana Molodykh Interiors. Designed in 2024, this space artfully combines a mix of styles and eras, including Belle Époque, Art Deco, mid-century modern, and brutalism. The apartment features custom-made furniture, French textiles, and a rich collection of Ukrainian art, creating an interior that balances historic architecture with modern-day artistry.
The Olive and Caper House, located in Naples, Italy, is a house designed by Valentina Autiero in a style that embraces minimalism and functionality. Nestled within a vast garden, this property covers only 45 square meters (484 square feet), and its unique design reflects a thoughtful approach to space and well-being. Finalized in 2024, it embodies harmony between the indoors and the lush, natural surroundings.
