Combining sophistication with practicality, the Paulicéia apartment is a model of contemporary architecture, designed by Estúdio Brasileiro de Arquitetura in 2023 in São Paulo, Brazil.

Set in Recco, Italy, Under a Big Vault is an apartment defined by a spacious vaulted area in stone, designed by Gosplan architects in 2022. It occupies a historic structure known as “the convent,” which underwent conversion following war damage. The architectural intervention emphasizes the duality of spaces, adding a blue hue to areas once open to the sky and featuring traditional flat ceilings in rooms facing the sea.

Amano Restaurant in Caldwell, Idaho, was redesigned by Cushing Terrell in 2025 to blend traditional and modern Mexican influences within a historic setting. The renovation of this restaurant retained original structural elements, creating spaces that honor the building’s legacy while introducing features like private dining rooms and a vibrant bar area. The project incorporated materials such as wood, metal, and fibers, offering an elegant yet approachable atmosphere that celebrates culture and community.

This 1930s, two-storey detached house in Barnes, London, was remodelled and retrofitted by Sanya Polescuk Architects, with a carbon-neutral focus. The design uses a palette of sustainable materials and technologies such as an Air Source Heat Pump and a whole-house MVHR.

Casa Cabedelo HD is a house located in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. Designed by Valdemar Coutinho Arquitectos in 2021, its design embodies a functional, programmatic style while ensuring privacy via elongated volumes, serving as a barrier to prying eyes.

Located on Chaloem Phrkiat Thi 9 Road in Bangkok, Thailand, the 17 Ong-Sa House combines function and privacy. Designed by Poonsook Architects in 2024, this residential house features elements of Feng Shui. The layout is focused on functionality, while a series of gardens act as sound barriers against the busy streets, providing a secluded and comfortable living environment for the family, allowing them to enjoy peace and tranquility all day long.

The new JW Marriott Crete Resort and Spa sits on the rocky hillside of Akra Pelegri in Marathi, Greece. Designed by Block722, the hotel harmonises perfectly with its landscape. Relying on the local architectural language and the region’s slow-living ethos, the project represents a quiet, environmentally-driven luxury that deeply respects tradition. It comprises 160 rooms and suites providing accommodation for up to 450 guests, alongside spaces for wellness, hospitality, dining, and relaxation.

Crafted by Swarc Studio, the Central Beach Contemporary property features modern sophistication and is located in Vero Beach, Florida. This house delivers a balance of chic aesthetics and functionality in its design, enhancing the coastal living experience. With its bold exterior facade and serene interiors, the property illustrates an innovative approach to contemporary architecture.