Casa Piva is a house in Melbourne, Australia, designed in 2023 by B.E. Architecture. The home features a kitchen-dining area that supports the family’s daily routine. Elements such as minimalistic timber joinery and secluded courtyards contribute to a sensibility reminiscent of an Italian country home from a bygone age.

Christos Pavlou Architecture designed House with Courtyards on the borders of the village of Deftera in Cyprus in 2021.

The design incorporates traditional Cypriot house typology with patios and preserve native flora. The volume of this two-story house is divided into two parts, integrating three large courtyards in-between and side by side.

UTAA designed a family home in Gimpo-si, South Korea, named Gimpo “Kevin House” in 2020. The house features a central yard and multi-level interiors, promoting indoor-outdoor living. It balances daily life with vacation home elements, including protected outdoor spaces and a skip-floor layout for visual connectivity.

DL1310 Apartments, designed by Michan Architecture in 2020, is a mid-market residential building in Mexico City. It features seven one- to two-bedroom units and parking in the basement. Constructed with cast-in-place concrete, the building maximizes its site footprint and height. The design emphasizes dynamic window apertures, rotating them into the facade to allow light while providing unique interior perspectives.

Stewart-Schafer blended Scandinavian minimalism with mid-century influences for this residence in Easton, United States. Designed in 2022, the expansive house is an architectural gem, featuring contemporary glass walls and an indoor pool. The interiors highlight a tonal palette and a mix of custom-made furniture, from a Japanese-inspired table to a Scandinavian-inspired guest house in the woods.

The luxurious, minimalist Blue Minimalism house design in La Bisbal d’Empordà, Spain, prioritises the connection with its setting and residents, expertly overseen by Susanna Cots Interior Design in 2024. The home features an unobstructed layout and carefully chosen decor to earnestly connect its seven inhabitants with one another, as well with the stunning Mediterranean views outside.

The Hedges Residence, designed by B.E. Architecture, is located in Mermaid Beach, Australia. Finished in 2024, the house overlooks one of Queensland’s iconic beaches. Constructed with a minimalistic approach, it features planked concrete, oak, and rough-sawn travertine, bringing a warm, natural aesthetic to the interior and exterior.

Spanning three levels, the residence includes a yoga and gymnasium space, along with car parking and storage, creating a relaxing and calming environment distinct from typical minimalistic designs.

Rigel is a house in Brisbane’s Coorparoo suburb designed by Alexandra Buchanan Architecture in 2023. It features panoramic views of Whytes Hill Reserve and the city skyline. The residence uses a soft natural color palette and refined facade to seamlessly integrate into the landscape.