Discover how Core Design Workshop transformed a small-budget end lot house in UEP Subang Jaya, Malaysia, into inSight House. This minimalist design project, completed in 2023, redefines indoor-outdoor living with a focus on essential needs, creating a unique spatial experience for its owners.

A property’s functionality and visual appeal have a huge impact on its value. This often calls for a thorough renovation of the different areas, which can sometimes involve completely replacing the current structures. A good renovation project must be comprehensive and focus more than just the interiors. Backyards are often overlooked, yet they play a major role in the home’s aesthetics. Make it a central selling point to attract potential buyers’ attention by initiating the right upgrade options. Here are five key ones to consider.

Casa Banyan, a luxurious house in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, designed in 2021 by LSD Architects, offers a modern retreat blending nature and luxury. Experience the seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces and tranquil personal retreats within this architectural gem.

Discover the Eco Wise Haus, designed by Felipe Ortega Arquitectura in 2023. Located in Mataró, Spain, next to the Montnegre park, this house sets a new benchmark for sustainable living. Designed under PassiveHaus standards, it brings together energy efficiency and innovative use of space across 230 square meters. This two-family residence features 8 bedrooms, smart material choices, and is a testament to sustainable, modern architecture.

Discover House 1909 in Chicago, IL, designed by Studio Dwell Architects in 2021. This innovative residence stands out in the Bucktown neighborhood with its series of stacked metal clad boxes, incorporating a blend of public and private spaces, and green terraces. Featuring full-height glass walls, cantilevered floors for natural shade, and landscaped terraces, this house redefines modern living with its unique approach to design and spatial utilization.

Explore the Yarra Bend House in Melbourne, Australia, designed by Austin Maynard Architects in 2022. This house renovation emphasizes sustainable living, aging in place, and a connection between old charm and new world architecture. The project brings life to a two-bedroom terrace cottage, transforming it into a versatile, energy-efficient home that maintains a deep sense of community and aesthetic appeal.

Discover Consolation Apartment, a compact living space designed by Play Arquitetura in São Paulo, Brazil. This 2021 project expertly integrates various areas of the 52m² (560ft²) apartment, employing an innovative corrugated glass partition for subtle space division. The design maximizes functionality with unique carpentry solutions, balancing neutral finishes with vibrant furniture accents for a modern, cohesive look.

Discover Garden House, a pioneering project by Austin Maynard Architects in Melbourne, Australia. This private house is not only a testament to modern, sustainable design but also an energy powerhouse, producing five times its daily energy needs. Designed in 2021 as a future-forward, eco-friendly family home, Garden House demonstrates how innovative architecture can lead to a self-sufficient lifestyle, seamlessly combining aesthetics with functionality in an urban setting.