Inception has completed the HC House in Braga, Portugal. Designed in 2021, this contemporary villa blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. Organized on a single floor, the house features two main volumes, including a spacious open-space social area with large windows and views of the garden and pool.
Tiny Grandeur by llabb cleverly transforms a section of a historic Genoa palace into a compact apartment. Designed in 2024, the space maximizes every opportunity, featuring a double-height living area illuminated by three large windows. The design preserves the original terrazzo flooring and decorative stuccoes, blending historical elements with contemporary touches.
Studio Arte Architecture & Design has transformed an old ruin into a unique house in Monchique, Portugal. Completed in 2024, the Quinta da Lila offers a blend of rustic charm and contemporary comfort. The spacious interiors are bathed in natural light, with modern amenities integrated seamlessly into the historic architecture. The renovation incorporates eco-friendly principles, using materials like cork for insulation and refraining from standard plaster to maintain the stone walls’ breathability.
Situated in the heart of Amsterdam’s Zuidas business district, the “Apartment with a View” offers breathtaking views of the city skyline. Designed by i29 in 2024, this stunning residence blends urban energy with warmth, creating a serene retreat. The spacious layout includes a bespoke kitchen, two bedrooms, a large living room, and more.
THEZA Architects renovated a historic apartment in Wrocław, Poland, by stripping back finishes to reveal its structural elements. Designed in 2022, the WrocLOFT project involved exposing the original brick facades and steel beams, while adding minimalist furniture and a compact staircase. The open loft studio features a flexible layout, with semi-transparent partitions and a movable curtain for privacy, blending historical textures with modern details.
Majamaja off grid village Helsinki is a collection of housing units operating completely off-the-grid in Helsinki, Finland, designed by Pekka Littow. The prefabricated cabins were assembled in a remarkable location with no road access or ground sanitation.
Casa en la Garriga, designed by Isla Architects, is located in Algaida, Spain. This 2020 house renovation embraced contemporary details while maintaining its Mallorcan vernacular style. The project involved rethinking the pre-imposed four-volume layout, integrating the structure with its Mediterranean landscape using local materials.
Located in the placid enclave of Aranya in Qinhuangdao, China, Holiday Home at the Seaside exemplifies extraordinary humble sophistication. Built by 昊 吴 of ZaoRuì Design in 2023, this loft home enchants with its impeccable fusion of indoor and outdoor spaces. A generous terrace offers breathtaking ocean views, welcoming the splendor of nature into everyday existence.