Rusafova-Markulis architects designed a house titled Cabin House on a wooded suburban lot in Asheville, NC, USA. Completed in 2020, the retreat has a dark facade to help camouflage it within the forest, which the owner specifies will grow closer to the house in time. The design references traditional cabin interiors with stripped-back touches including exposed wooden frames, rough-sawn pine plywood ceilings, and warm pine floors.

The OA Apartment, designed by Maya Sheinberger in 2024, is located in Tel Aviv, Israel. This meticulously crafted apartment combines minimalist and functional design elements to create a warm, inviting space. With custom-built features, an open-concept kitchen, and smart home solutions, it’s tailored to the lifestyle of its residents.

The Tribe Hotel in Baden-Baden, Germany, was designed by Studio Aisslinger to offer a balance of comfort, aesthetics, and functionality. Completed in 2023, the hotel features rooms with contrasting materials, bold colors, and elegant furniture.

Located in Maarn, Netherlands, the Extension Villa Heuvelrug was renovated by Bloot Architecture in 2024. The project reimagines a 1970s house, aligning with its original character. The addition features a two-storey extension, creating seamless transitions between the living space and the garden.

Polish design studio Noplusp has renovated the Podskale apartment in Krakow, Poland, incorporating arched openings and organic forms to create a subtle and tranquil atmosphere. Completed in 2024, the studio made the most of the existing angular lines of the space, working with the existing walls and shafts by encasing them in an organic form so that they became “the greatest asset” of the apartment.

Belgium Project houses a weekend home designed by Sulina Design in 2024. Located in Belgium, it draws inspiration from a nearby lake and features natural, earthy tones and materials that echo the surrounding landscape. Originally a renovated property, the interior was reconfigured to meet the clients’ needs, including dedicating an entire floor to children and play.

Tidal House is a modern home on the Solway Coast in Dumfriesshire, Scotland, designed by Brown&Brown. Arranged over two floors, it features larch cladding, expansive glazing, and smoked clay brick. Positioned on the River Urr’s tidal estuary, it offers panoramic sea views.

The Maksimir House by Bosnic + Dorotic in Zagreb, Croatia, designed in 2023, embodies a concept of interconnected segments forming a cohesive whole. Starting from a half-cube, the structure evolves through strategic subtractions, balancing internal and external spaces.

The design incorporates a central “cross” layout dividing service areas and living spaces, fostering harmony between interiors and outdoor courtyards. This introspective design, marked by elements like a filigree metal balcony, transforms occupants’ perceptions, ultimately revealing a newfound understanding of spatial unity.