Roovice has renovated a private house in Kamakura, Japan, originally built in 1991. Located amid hillside nature, the design removes walls to create a spacious kitchen and living room, transforming a former kitchen into a hobby confectionery. The renovation balances old and new, keeping the building’s history visible by exposing the wooden structure in the living room.

House has recently completed Anadu Pine Villa, a refined resort in Huzhou, China, designed in 2023. The boutique resort features three guest suites with panoramic views, complemented by a wine and cigar bar. The minimalist structures, positioned to harmonize with the natural landscape, offer a unique retreat experience, emphasizing local craftsmanship with reclaimed wood furnishings.

Jetty House in Taupo, New Zealand, designed by First Light in 2023, offers panoramic views of Lake Taupo. Prioritizing the Passive House Standard, this 178-square-metre home provides year-round comfort in one of New Zealand’s challenging climates.

In the province of Padua, Villa SM stands out as an architectural creation by L-Z Architects. Finished in 2022, this residence surprises with the strong contrast between light travertine and dark brown plaster. The concept emphasizes clean lines and basic forms, blending aesthetics and practicality. In addition, the two-story developed residence features living and sleeping areas embellished with large windows, creating a bright and welcoming environment.

The Donavan House, nestled in the lush pine forests of Comporta, Portugal, was designed by PIMAA in 2024. This unique home embraces biophilic design principles, seamlessly merging with its natural surroundings.

Villa Icaria, a 2024 house in Guadalajara, Spain, was designed by Arquitectura Al Descubierto as a utopian proposal. The project’s volumes intertwine with nature, using local materials and engaging a rural organicism.

Patricia Martinez Architecture has designed House LWF in São Paulo, Brazil, with a focus on environmental impact reductions. Built with a glued laminated timber (glulam) structure, the home offers panoramic views of São Pedro Beach on the region’s North Coast. The blocks are clad in wood and precast materials, and feature natural lighting from large glass panels. It is designed to integrate with the surrounding natural landscape of the Iporanga Condominium.

Casa 21 is a 240-square-meter apartment designed by Dainelli Studio in Milan, Italy. The interior, set within a historical building, features a refined and contemporary design. The layout includes a living area, a sleeping area, and a study with a guest bedroom. Dainelli Studio carefully preserved original elements while incorporating modern details, such as bespoke furnishings and luxurious materials like Breccia Capraia marble and Italian oak parquet, to create a harmonious blend of history and modernity.