Discover House Dokka, Snøhetta‘s latest architectural gem in Kongsberg, Norway. Merging energy-positive features with a wooden design aesthetic, this family house sets new standards for sustainable living. Crafted in collaboration with Tor Helge Dokka, it’s a model of eco-efficiency, showcasing an innovative low CO2 footprint and self-sufficiency that extends to electric vehicle charging.
Open Park Villa in Limburg, Netherlands, designed by i29, stands as a testament to minimalist architecture harmonizing with nature.
Set in a former military terrain turned residential park, the villa offers a unique living experience within its 43 spacious plots. The design emphasizes an open floorplan, blending indoor and outdoor spaces and accentuating light and perspective shifts. This residential masterpiece boasts custom furniture, rich materials like oak wood, and a consistent minimalist façade, creating a seamless interplay between architecture, interior, and landscape.
In Santiago’s Andean foothills, FLD House by 57STUDIO combines concrete and wood in a unique single-story design. Located in Las Condes, Chile, the 2016-built house features intersecting wings that adapt to the slope, creating sun-protected patios and light-filled rooms. This architectural blend harmoniously balances the robustness of concrete with the lightness of radiata pine wood.
House Acute, a striking family weekender designed by MCK Architecture + Interiors, stands proudly in Peats Ridge, Australia. Built in 2015 for a family of six, this unique wedge-shaped home on a small, challenging parcel of land near the NSW coastline, masterfully confronts the harsh ocean elements and bush-fire prone area.
Featuring two overlapping concrete pavilions, the house merges robust construction with playful geometry, offering both privacy and panoramic views. Its design cleverly integrates the surrounding angophora trees, blurring the lines between the built and natural environments.
In the heart of Old Montreal, the St-Pierre apartment project by La Firme transforms a heritage building space into a dimension-bridging masterpiece. Designed in 2023, this fourth-floor unit, once plagued by poor design choices, now basks in natural light, openness, and enduring style.
Discover Lisbon’s Members Club, a wellness center designed by Studio Gameiro in 2020. Nestled in the picturesque Estrela district, it offers an eclectic blend of public and private spaces. From a personal training gym and yoga room to a spa and members’ lounge, plus a café accessible to all, the center celebrates global influences with a contemporary twist.
Living Happily, a modern, minimalist house in Hod HaSharon, Israel, designed by Ron Shpigel in 2023, epitomizes family-centered living. This architectural gem, strategically situated on a corner plot, offers an inviting, open space for a family of five.
Shpigel’s design integrates an exposed concrete cube and airy shell, creating a sense of openness and interaction across levels. With unique features like a floating staircase, a blend of natural materials, and a focus on communal spaces, this home redefines modern living while ensuring a cozy, family-oriented atmosphere.
Introducing Casa Cli, a beacon of modern living nestled in Conversano, Italy, designed by Loredana Marvulli in 2023. With a focus on space optimization and natural light, the apartment features south-facing living areas, west-oriented bedrooms, and services.
Expansive windows in the living room enhance lighting and visually merge the interior with the green hues of the outdoor patio, reflecting Marvulli’s dedication to blending tradition with cutting-edge design and natural materials.