Architecturefirm has transformed a 1930s-era power plant in Richmond, Virginia, into the headquarters for Arts & Letters Creative Co. The branding and marketing company now occupies the historic building in Shockoe Bottom, reimagined as a vibrant, day-lit workspace.

Dom Arquitectura used contrasting white and stone for the exterior of this house in Tarragona, Spain. Aiming to reference Roman city walls, the building is composed of two forms. On the ground floor, a stone facade opens up to a garden, while on the first floor, a white structure features balconies and terraces. The property, designed in 2018, also prioritises climate efficiency, using thermal insulation panels to prevent thermal bridges.

Bespoke Architects designed the “Sky Base One” house in Lagoa, Portugal, in 2023. The villa takes inspiration from science fiction cinema and traditional Taoism, emphasizing a balance with nature. It features elevated social spaces and a dynamic relationship with the elevated swimming pool, creating a unique architectural form.

Villa Panoramah by ARK Architects is a luxurious house in Sotogrande, Spain, completed in 2024. Featuring panoramic views, it combines modern sophistication with natural materials and a vibrant Mediterranean landscape. The design aims to harmonize with its surroundings, offering comfort and quality through craftsmanship, durable materials, and a light, pure aesthetic that adapts to family living.

In 2023, design studio Stu.dere completed a contemporary house in Amarante, Portugal. Áurea housing features a unique design based on the golden ratio, creating spaces within the house that flow naturally. It includes geometric rectangles to divide the social and private areas.

Located in the Cerdanya Valley in Spain, the House in Puigcerda by Dom Arquitectura utilises native stone and wood for a warm and cohesive design. The residence incorporates a neutral color palette and thoughtful contrasts, offering panoramic views with its strategically placed windows. This approach not only captures the beauty of the surroundings but also emphasises comfort and modernity within a steep topography.

Garden Retreat by David Flynn Architects extends a 1970s bungalow in Blackrock, County Dublin, Ireland, into its surrounding garden. Designed in 2021, the project enhances the home’s connection with nature by adding glazed sliders and rooflights to the rear and features to the front such as external insulation and a timber porch, allowing for a more open interior and increased access to the garden spaces.

Nest Apartment by Bohrer Arquitetos combines Scandinavian minimalism with modernist influences in Curitiba, Brazil. Completed in 2024, the 103-square-metre space features a neutral palette, textured materials, and curved furniture.