Walker House: A Unique Approach to Family Living

Modern room with a blue slide, staircase, and person sliding down.

Unveiling the Walker home in Toronto, Canada, a contemporary gem crafted by Reflect Architecture. This home transforms a traditional duplex into an innovative living space for a family of five, balancing Toronto’s high living expenses with smart design. It harmoniously combines public and private zones, incorporates playful features like a slide, and ensures ample natural light. Purposefully designed, from the south-facing windows to the private workspaces, it’s a sanctuary that nurtures community ties and personal tranquility.

Highgate House: Emil Eve’s Modern Twist on London Terrace

Modern kitchen with island, open shelving, and staircase.

Highgate House, a five-storey Edwardian terraced house in London’s leafy Highgate Conservation Area, emerges as a masterpiece of modern design by Emil Eve Architects. Ingeniously transformed in 2022, this home now features a double height atrium and a geometric brick extension, blending family-friendly spaces with striking architectural surprises. Emil Eve’s expertise in terraced housing restoration shines through in this warm, open-plan sanctuary, offering a perfect blend of traditional charm and contemporary elegance.

Theresa Passive House: Crafting the Future

Modern living room with large windows, wooden accents, and minimalist furniture.

Explore the Theresa Passive House in Austin’s Clarksville, a 2020 architectural gem by Forge Craft Architecture + Design. This 2100-square-foot (195 square meters) Craftsman bungalow harmoniously blends historical charm with modern sustainability. As a pioneer of the PHIUS 2018+ Source Zero standard, it redefines energy efficiency in the extreme Texas climate.

A compact yet robust design, prioritizing health and sustainability, makes this home a model of mindful, eco-friendly living.

Bainbridge House: Eco-Chic Design by Finne Architects

Modern kitchen with light wood cabinets and floor, dining area, surrounded by large windows

Step into the serene world of the Bainbridge House, a contemporary retreat designed by Finne Architects. Tucked away on Bainbridge Island, Washington, this home merges crafted modernism with environmental consciousness. Its design, a dance of glass, wood, and Danish Kolumba brick, elegantly frames the surrounding 3-acre woodland. The interior radiates minimalist charm, featuring European beech, white stained oak, and bespoke details. Pioneering in sustainability, it’s a testament to eco-friendly, enduring architecture.

Sarah’s House: Eco-Luxury Overlooking the Ionian Sea

Modern seaside villa with infinity pool and expansive view.

Discover the fusion of sustainable elegance and nature in Sarah’s House, a four-bedroom holiday home nestled 1000 feet above Corfu’s north coast. Designed in 2023 by The Manser Practice Architects + Designers, this stone and concrete masterpiece harmonizes with its olive orchard setting.

Embracing innovative eco-friendly features, it boasts spectacular Ionian Sea views, energy self-sufficiency, and a design that masterfully balances the warmth of the Greek sun with cool, comfortable interiors.

Ardmore Residence: A Coastal Cottage’s Modern Makeover

FeaturedModern open-plan living space with kitchen, living area, and outdoor deck.

Experience the Ardmore Residence, a 1951 Hermosa Beach cottage, reborn under Ballentine Architects. This two-phase renovation marries the original charm with modern sophistication, featuring an open-concept layout and a striking blend of natural elements and contemporary finishes. A true exemplar of coastal modern design, the Ardmore Residence redefines beachside living.

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