S-AR‘s House in Sierra de Arteaga is a captivating weekend residence nestled in the mountainous region of Arteaga, Mexico. Designed in 2021, this contemporary house seamlessly blends with the natural surroundings, boasting a minimalist aesthetic and panoramic views of the stunning Sierra de Arteaga landscape. The project’s thoughtful layout and carefully curated design elements create a sanctuary-like experience for its residents, fostering a deep connection with the natural environment.
Designed by renowned architect Petr Stolín, the captivating Zen Houses in Liberec, Czech Republic, epitomize a philosophy of housing simplification. These modern dwellings feature a minimalist aesthetic, with the perimeter defining the inner space and strategic glazing that seamlessly integrates the neighboring landscape. The carefully balanced proportions and flow of the interior create a unique spatial experience, fostering a sense of visual connectivity even between the separate houses.
Maka Studio‘s Ursa project in Toruń, Poland, is a captivating example of modern gynecology clinic design. This 2024 project features a bold color palette of fuchsia and orange, softened by light blue and gray, creating a visually striking and calming atmosphere.
The design pays homage to the history of Toruń, with circles, orbits, and geometrized star maps adorning the space. The clinic’s representative areas, including the waiting room, reception, bathrooms, and offices, showcase a harmonious blend of strong colors and white furnishings, exuding a sense of order and systematicity.
Maka Studio‘s captivating Monochrome project in Gdynia, Poland, showcases a luxurious house that embodies domestic minimalism.
The open-concept living room and kitchen, framed by large windows, create a serene, monochromatic atmosphere that seamlessly integrates the surrounding greenery. Bespoke furnishings in black glass and burnt Shou Sugi Ban wood add striking contrast, while the bedroom’s open-plan design and direct garden access foster a tranquil oasis.
Villa Vinohrady, a stunning residential project designed by Papundekl architekti, is a remarkable example of contemporary architecture in Prague, Czech Republic.
This 2023 house renovation showcases a harmonious blend of the property’s original 1925 features and modern design elements. The distinctive brick plinth, plastered facade, and high hipped roof with clay tiles are carefully preserved, while a contemporary extension adds two new rental flats with lush rooftop terraces. The interiors boast a neutral color palette, natural materials, and integrated technologies, creating a refined and functional living experience.
Blending timeless elegance with modern functionality, the Apartment with Glass Block Walls in Prague, Czech Republic, showcases the impressive talents of Papundekl architekti. This 2022 interior design project masterfully transforms a 70’s housing estate flat into a light-filled, storage-savvy oasis. By strategically incorporating glass-block partitions, the architects have crafted a cohesive, airy atmosphere that seamlessly connects the various living spaces.
Ennea, a captivating nine-room hotel designed by Jaque Studio, is nestled in the picturesque coastal town of Puerto Escondido, Mexico. This 2023 project, situated just two blocks from the renowned Punta Zicatela beach, is molded by the site’s physical and climatic conditions, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and relaxation.
The hotel’s architectural proposal, featuring three distinct volumes, seamlessly integrates with the surrounding nature reserve, offering guests expansive ocean views and a connection to the region’s distinctive vegetation and materials.
Designed by the renowned architecture firm spaceworkers, the Pavilion in the Garden project in Mouriz, Portugal is a captivating exploration of the harmonious relationship between architecture, nature, and human experience. This minimalist and modernist structure, completed in 2022, transcends the boundaries of physical construction, serving as a philosophical manifestation of simplicity, purity, and integration with the surrounding natural environment.
