House Dokka: Redefining Green Homes

FeaturedHouse Dokka: Redefining Green Homes

Discover House Dokka, Snøhetta‘s latest architectural gem in Kongsberg, Norway. Merging energy-positive features with a wooden design aesthetic, this family house sets new standards for sustainable living. Crafted in collaboration with Tor Helge Dokka, it’s a model of eco-efficiency, showcasing an innovative low CO2 footprint and self-sufficiency that extends to electric vehicle charging.

Open Park Villa: A Study in Minimalism

FeaturedOpen Park Villa: A Study in Minimalism

Open Park Villa in Limburg, Netherlands, designed by i29, stands as a testament to minimalist architecture harmonizing with nature.

Set in a former military terrain turned residential park, the villa offers a unique living experience within its 43 spacious plots. The design emphasizes an open floorplan, blending indoor and outdoor spaces and accentuating light and perspective shifts. This residential masterpiece boasts custom furniture, rich materials like oak wood, and a consistent minimalist façade, creating a seamless interplay between architecture, interior, and landscape.

FLD House: A Fusion of Wood and Concrete

FLD House: A Fusion of Wood and Concrete

In Santiago’s Andean foothills, FLD House by 57STUDIO combines concrete and wood in a unique single-story design. Located in Las Condes, Chile, the 2016-built house features intersecting wings that adapt to the slope, creating sun-protected patios and light-filled rooms. This architectural blend harmoniously balances the robustness of concrete with the lightness of radiata pine wood.

House Acute: A Concrete Coastal Haven in Peats Ridge

House Acute: A Concrete Coastal Haven in Peats Ridge

House Acute, a striking family weekender designed by MCK Architecture + Interiors, stands proudly in Peats Ridge, Australia. Built in 2015 for a family of six, this unique wedge-shaped home on a small, challenging parcel of land near the NSW coastline, masterfully confronts the harsh ocean elements and bush-fire prone area.

Featuring two overlapping concrete pavilions, the house merges robust construction with playful geometry, offering both privacy and panoramic views. Its design cleverly integrates the surrounding angophora trees, blurring the lines between the built and natural environments.

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