Set within a historic house from the 1940s in Palermo, Casa Demetra reaps the rewards of a meticulous renovation by Italian studio PuccioCollodoro Architetti, which combines elegance, functionality and respect for history. The architects streamlined its two floors into one, conceiving the main spaces as a large open layout that promotes visual and functional continuity between rooms.

Hidden in a historic residential enclave in Baltimore, a 1970s ranch-style house is transformed with a 2,000-square-foot guest house and a re-envisioned landscape through a series of outdoor and transitional spaces. The resulting compound embodies a sense of calm and provides repose for the young family amidst the hustle of the nearby city.

Nestled in the lush landscape of Guarujá, Brazil, the AJM Iporanga House reflects the essence of tropical elegance with a strong connection to nature. Designed by Marina Salles Arquitetura e Interiores in 2023, this house invites natural light, ventilation, and the surrounding greenery into every room, creating a serene and sophisticated retreat defined by its earthy palette and modern decor.

The Academy Highlands House is a restful haven nestled on a serene rise in Bellingham, WA, designed by Risa Boyer Architecture. This extraordinary house showcases a blend of natural materials and minimal furnishings to create a space where comfort and creativity harmonize. Striking a balance between contemporary architecture and its verdant surroundings, the property captures sweeping vistas of Whatcom Lake while offering residents plenty of space to unwind and relax.

The 436 Indiana Street house is a single-family residence located in the Pinkney neighborhood of Lawrence, Kansas, United States. Designed and built from the ground up by the students of Studio 804, it meets the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Platinum Standards. This sustainable and modern home integrates history with sustainable design while providing easy access to shopping, dining, and cultural experiences in downtown Lawrence.

Located in Zapallar, Chile, the ACFA House is designed by Estudio Alto. This 450-square meter house embodies the principles of geometry rather than conventional architecture, where circular spaces foster connection. Bathed in sunlight through large windows, the residence feels flexible depending on the number of inhabitants.

Recently completed by designer Caterina Esposito in Italy, Colore! is a penthouse characterised by bold colors that play in the large living room creating perspectives and overlaps that emphasise and expand the interiors. Among the materials, lacquered mesh lightly “separates” the private path from the living room.

The Panorama Residence, designed by Façade Architecture in Pátrai, Greece, features a three-level house where all its spaces and functions are integrated. The architectural design prioritises the existing structure’s qualities and the residents’ needs, resulting in a home that elegantly highlights its stunning surroundings and takes full advantage of the views and lighting, contributing to a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience, enhanced by biophilic principles that reverberate throughout the residence’s extensive garden.