Central Mood House is a renovated Victorian dwelling blended with modern elements in Melbourne, Australia. Crafted by DOOD Studio in 2022, this house features dark, textured stones, timbers, and brass for a masculine interior.
Located in Melbourne, Australia, Curvy House by Ben Callery Architects resolves challenging spatial conditions with an innovative roof design. This house, on a narrow lot with a heritage facade, showcases a roof that lifts and curves to draw in sunlight, enhancing spatial perception. The combination of clerestory windows and floating structural details ensures the space remains bright and comfortably airy, creating a uniquely delightful environment.
Costa Rican studio Salagnac Arquitectos designed the Perla Negra House in Puerto Carrillo by the sea to blend into the landscape of surrounding trees, or yayos, with its L-shaped layout, laminated wood details and black colouring. Created in 2023, the structure features piles to adapt to the sloping terrain and a layout that provides a smooth transition with the outdoors and integrated mimetic design elements.
Symbiotic Parasite is an Ahmedabad residential extension designed by Hsc Designs. The house, crafted by Hiloni Sutaria, melds tradition with contemporary principles for a young couple. Playful and dynamic, it stands out in its gated community, intriguing wildlife and locals alike. The name reflects a structural addition and symbiotic relationship, symbolizing harmonious coexistence with the existing residence. Its design philosophy harnesses natural light to create a serene ambience with practical touches.
Ederlezi is a house in San Pedro Garza García, Mexico, designed by Práctica Arquitectura in 2022. The residence is organized around a narrow plot and features a unique central courtyard that creates two distinct volumes. Its interior comprises rugged reddish tones, reflecting Mediterranean and desert landscapes. A zigzag pattern on the exterior façade aligns with heritage restrictions, integrating classic and contemporary elements. Emphasizing privacy while offering diverse experiences, the design connects users with the surrounding scenery.
Tiefes Haus is a house in Dreieich, Germany, designed by HGA Henning Grahn in 2023. The building features raw concrete surfaces and a polished terrazzo floor. Set on a narrow plot surrounded by villas and trees, the house incorporates elements from an existing structure. A two-story gallery with large glazing connects the interior, which includes a kitchen and living room with garden views. The facade, with varying window formats, aligns with the design’s concept.
Alicia Luxem designed “Turenne” in 2023, at this Paris apartment, where the interiors are defined by the use of lime-plaster walls and solid wood floors. In addition to the carpentry crafted from metal and locally-sourced, natural materials, this aesthetic is complemented by a “cutting-edge” art collection. Pale, neutral tones create a “calm shell”, accented by bold-coloured furniture found within the space. Vintage pieces with their “own stories” add “a bit of variety of colours” to the design.
Urban Soul Project has completed a set of cave-like holiday suites on the Greek island of Zakynthos. Designed in 2022, Yoma Suites is nestled within a steeply sloping site of the Greek isle. It position was chosen for optimal views to the west, overlooking the sea.
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