Designed by Realrich Architecture Workshop, the Sarang Nest House in West Jakarta, Indonesia redefines the traditional house stereotype. Situated in the residential Taman Buana Permata complex, this 2022 project features a thoughtful, organic design that responds to its environment.
With a four-story layout, the 250 sqm house boasts a parking area, service quarters, and a central garden on the first floor, while the upper levels offer a range of living, sleeping, and outdoor spaces.
Realrich Architecture Workshop‘s Stupa House in Tangerang City, Indonesia, is a captivating blend of traditional Indonesian architecture and modern design. This 2022 residential project takes inspiration from the iconic stupa, a tapered traditional masonry temple, creating a serene oasis within the surrounding generic neighborhood.
The house features a striking castle-like form, with a focus on natural light and air circulation through a unique skylight system, offering a comfortable living experience in the hot, humid climate.
Housed on the second floor of a recently completed mixed-use building in Toronto, Canada, the Downtown Film project by Ashley Botten Design showcases a sophisticated, open-concept office space that seamlessly blends natural materials and modern design elements. The growing television production studio takes advantage of the building’s abundant natural light, creating a warm and inviting work environment.
The BoTree Hotel & Bar, a new luxury hotel in London, has opened its doors, offering guests a unique fusion of elegance and neighborhood charm. Designed by the Amsterdam-based multidisciplinary firm Concrete, the five-star hotel boasts a design that pays homage to the essence of Marylebone life.
With 199 rooms and 30 suites, the BoTree showcases custom-designed textiles, diverse textures, and materials that create a seamless blend of sophistication and comfort.
Isern Serra Studio‘s Blow Models workspace in Barcelona, Spain, is a captivating office design that blends modernist elements with a dreamlike ambiance. Located in a two-story building with a large wooden portal and modernist details, the project features a central interior garden and a “Onyx” concept that evokes digital dream worlds. The design team’s thoughtful approach to lighting, vegetation, and custom-designed furniture elements, such as the “Biga” table and “Roca” table, create a unique and inspiring workspace for the fashion brand.
Designed by Isern Serra Studio in 2024, the GIGI Studio showroom in Barcelona, Spain, is a testament to the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship and innovation. This 1000 sq.m. space aims to redefine the traditional workspace, embracing an open and fluid floor plan that encourages creativity and collaboration.
The design concept draws inspiration from the idea of a “studio and museum,” prioritizing natural light and custom-made sculptural elements that reflect the brand’s contemporary, sophisticated aesthetic.
Tucked away in a flourishing cinnamon plantation in Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka, Mahaduwa Cinnamon Villa showcases the epitome of tropical modern architecture. Designed by the renowned Sri Lankan architectural firm RMJA under the guidance of architect Rajith Jayawardana, this stunning holiday villa offers a seamless blend of sustainability, luxury, and natural beauty.
Casa Acerbis in Albino, Italy is a captivating project that seamlessly blends public and private spaces. Designed by the renowned duo Gabriele & Oscar Buratti in 2023, this house showcases a unique “typological hybridization,” merging the traditional architecture of the historic town center with the modern concept of a private villa.
The design completes the facade along the piazza, reinterpreting classic elements, while the inner courtyard transforms into a secluded garden oasis, creating a harmonious balance between the urban and the domestic. Visitors to this exceptional residence will be enchanted by the interplay of light, materiality, and the thoughtful articulation of spaces that define this remarkable Italian home.
