Located in Naples, Italy, Casa MiraNapoli is a 2023 project by Paola Sola. This apartment, set in a 1950s building, offers panoramic sea views that inspired its redesign. Sola turned its former layout of separate rooms into a spacious living area filled with light, art, and contemporary furnishings. The minimalist kitchen, centered around an iconic white Saarinen table, complements the eclectic decor, which includes family treasures, bespoke joinery, and artworks.
Soma-Tech, a stylish office in San Francisco, California, complements a 1920s warehouse with design by Zack | de Vito Architecture + Construction. The 3,000 sq ft (279 sq m) space, now home to a tech-savvy company, features tech-savvy aesthetics and open layouts with vibrant garden spaces created for contemporary functions and forward-thinking occupants. The design demonstrates a seamless blend of retro and modern touches to create lively work spaces.
Located in Florence, Italy, the Home AS penthouse perfectly redefines city living with a contemporary approach. Designed by Andrea Scapecchi in 2023, this house features modern exteriors that give way to interiors characterized by meticulous design and personal touches. With an interior design style that transcends traditional living spaces, Home AS establishes itself as a true sanctuary.
Designed by SOA, House Lhotka in Prague, Czech Republic, was completed in 2020. This house, arranged in four distinct volumes, is unified by a central corridor and dining area. Large windows and movable glass partitions enhance the connection to the garden.
Villa C by La Leta Architettura features three levels and is located in Mondello, Italy. The addition of two cuts in the layout, with exterior walls made of stone, illuminate and connect the lower level to the garden. Furniture pieces organised throughout the house include a mix of standard and custom designs made from wood, walnut Alpiwood composite and other materials all unified by warm tones.
FMT Estudio has revamped a historical house in Mérida, Mexico, respecting the neighborhood’s original architectural character. Completed in 2023, the Dolores project involved reconfiguring the property, adding contemporary elements to the original early 20th-century structure. Light volumes were added for contrast, along with wooden and marble details on windows and doors. The team aimed to preserve the neighborhood’s identity while incorporating modern updates to inspire other local developments.
The Berkeley Hills Residence, located in Berkeley, CA, United States, exemplifies contemporary architecture, designed by HAAS Architecture in 2016. The house’s design connects beautifully with nature, showcasing a sleek, modern aesthetic. The expansive interior highlights serene spaces filled with natural light, including a cozy lounge area, a luxurious master en-suite bathroom that opens to the outdoors, and an exquisite wine cellar that complements sophisticated living.
Cecconi Associati designed the interiors of Apartment GC, completed in 2023. Located in Montepulciano, Italy, this apartment features minimalist spaces infused with custom elements. Situated in a building dating back to the early 1700s, it marries urban and scenic elements.
The design utilizes open-plan living areas with large windows, offering views and ample light. Brutalist and wooden furnishings create a balanced aesthetic throughout the dwelling.
