An 80-square-metre apartment located on the third floor of an early postwar bâtiment on Viale Beatrice D’Este in Milan has been the subject of a careful refurbishing intervention designed by Depaolidefranceschibaldan Architetti. The renovation celebrates the building heritage by preserving the original partitions while introducing a hyper-contemporary element with a functional box containing the kitchen and services, creating a dynamic and contrasting environment.
Apartment 308G is Located on block 308 South in Brasília, Brazil, and was designed in 2021 by SAINZ Arquitetura. The retrofit project for the apartment celebrates the essence of modern Brazilian architecture with contemporary and elegant solutions. The renovation was based on respect for the original structure of the building. The result is an apartment that is timeless, functional and deeply connected to Brasília’s modernist spirit.
Contemporary holiday home Unblocked, located on the western side of the island of Tinos, Greece, features a design by Studio Kontodimas. This 250-square-meter (2,690-square-foot) house was designed to blend with the landscape, drawing inspiration from local architecture and using earthy materials and a sand-color palette both indoors and outdoors. The villa boasts generous views of the Aegean Sea, enhanced by masonry block claustra screens.
In Naples, the redesign of a penthouse on the top floor of a recently renovated building transformed this space into an example of sophistication and functionality. The project included a strategic arrangement of spaces, featuring a long corridor that acts as a pendulum between the sleeping area and the living area closer to the terrace, thus creating an elegant environment that beautifully combines form and function.
Situated in the stunning scenery of Victoria, Canada, the Grotto House crafted by Greenway Studio Architecture seamlessly fuses human living environments with the untamed charm of its natural backdrop. Finished in 2023, this dwelling converts an otherwise daunting outdoor landscape into a serene habitat. The design philosophy of Grotto House spotlights sustainability and synergy with the natural landscape, showcasing a versatile open interior that blurs the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces.
The Yen apartment, located in Taichung, Taiwan, embodies a sense of serenity and balance. Designed by Haven Space Design and completed in 2025, this apartment blends beauty and practicality to create a space for rejuvenation. Organic textures and gentle hues enhance the atmosphere, fostering a calming environment that allows the mind and body to find rest amidst the pressures of everyday life.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Kranjska Gora, Slovenia, Apartment CIC is an 80 m² space designed by ML arhitektura. Finished in 2023, this apartment suits short-term stays of an elderly couple and their grandchildren.
The interior features beach and wood veneer tones with repurposed elements from a renovated apartment. Highlights include a built-in seating area under a dormer and minimalist bedrooms, creating a tranquil overnight getaway perfectly integrated into its natural surroundings.
Dammuso Renovation, located in Trapani, Sicily, Italy, was designed in 2021 by Bornelloworkshop. This house features an architecture style that integrates a harmonious blend of nature and design. Elements like bright light and air, black stone and white lime, along with tall ceilings, create a refreshing environment that invites the warm Mediterranean atmosphere to be part of the living experience.
