Tucked away in the Sonoran Desert of Scottsdale, Arizona, lies the Troon Ridge Residence: a stunning example of organic design and craftsmanship. This contemporary, earthy home was designed in 2022 by Swaback Architects + Planners and is a perfect representation of the beauty, warmth and serenity of the surrounding environment.
The special attention to detail and commitment to design excellence is evident from the rift-cut white oak doors and cabinets, blackened steel accents, and Western Red Cedar ceiling, to the quartzite ledgestone walls, open space plan and custom front patio railing with its stunning views. This remarkable house provides the ultimate in privacy and comfort, and is sure to be enjoyed for many years to come.
Located in Milan, Italy, the renovation of Bow apartment was an ambitious project by Atelierzero.
The desire was to create a dynamic system of spaces able to adapt to the different needs of its inhabitants. The design features two rounded and polychrome volumes, which are the fulcrum of the house. With a modern and colorful style, the design evokes an Italian 80s atmosphere, updated and avoiding sterile quotations.
Experience a charming rehabilitation project of an old sawmill, located in the historic center of Oeiras, a small town near Lisbon, Portugal. House in the Sawmill, designed by Homestorming in 2020, preserves the volume and the gable roof of the original construction to create a modern house.
Three interior patios and the use of slats and generous windows allow for new visual relations with the exterior, creating unexpected frameworks. On the inside, the main social area, on the ground floor, offers a very characteristic atmosphere and light.
Located in the historical Liberta neighbourhood of Palermo, Sicily, G Residence is a modern apartment designed by Alva Architetti in 2022.
The project’s specific interventions allowed for the connection of the living room and kitchen through a monochrome passage that seems dug out from the wall. Opposite to the idea of the digging, the long sides of the living room retain the purity of fine-grained plastered surfaces. The short sides, on one hand, are lined and defined by furniture serving the dining table, on the other, by a bench in Guatemala marble and a sliding wood paneling. Neutral tones and cool colours, such as grey and white, are counterbalanced by wood of the flooring and the fixed furnitures, interrupted only by the green of the Guatemala marble.
Experience the beauty of the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand with the BIV Punakaiki retreat. This modern cabin, designed by Fabric and completed in 2022, draws inspiration from the historic gold miners huts of the area.
The cabin is built using mass timber construction in the form of cross laminated timber (CLT) for its prefabricated off site construction, thermal performance and negative embodied carbon. The open plan layout, large windows, and minimal facilities allow for an all-encompassing experience of simple living while still remaining comfortable and memorable.
Welcome to the Summer Friend House, a contemporary two-story house designed by Phidias Indonesia located in Jakarta, Indonesia.
This house is a perfect solution for a narrow west-facing site, using innovative strategies to optimize shadow for openings and walls. The design incorporates a combination of materials for both aesthetic and functional purposes, resulting in a rich composition that creates a spacious impression.
Join us as we explore the unique features of this remarkable home.
Located in the idyllic town of Tskneti, just up the hill from Tbilisi, Villa Ko is a modern house designed by Mua – Architecture & Placemaking in 2016.
Taking inspiration from Louis Kahn’s “servant Served” concept, the villa was designed to creatively invert indoor and outdoor spaces to make the most of the unattractive surroundings. The floor plan of the villa is broken into principal and functional spaces, making up one master bedroom, two children’s bedrooms, and two guest rooms. The light-filled atriums, courtyards, terraces, and swimming pool easily accessed from the kitchen and living room, further enhance the sense of isolation and privacy.
The Concrete House, a two-story residence designed by Dan and Hila Israelevitz located in Irus, Israel, is a contemporary home based on the material its owner has a strong connection to – concrete.
The interior of the house is made up of bare concrete walls, floor and ceiling, each of them expressing a different shade and finish. The woodwork items are monochromatic, with shades of wood and graphite, and the minimalistic lighting complements the space. This house speaks for itself and creates a warm ambience with its shades and materials.
