Located in Avola, Italy, Patio House is a house designed by SOLUM Studio in 2024. The project develops longitudinally, from the access road to the sea, with the living area opening toward the seascape. The villa structure generates five independent rooms and a living area facing the sea, while patios filter natural light and ensure privacy in the more intimate areas.
Space Copenhagen has reimagined the interiors of Fürstenau, Germany 12th-century Schloss Schauenstein, which has long been a destination for culinary excellence under three-star Michelin chef Andreas Caminada. The redesign of the hotel incorporates a restrained and elegant aesthetic, where ancient stone walls, timber beams, and winding staircases are complemented by soft natural materials such as oak, stone, wool, and linen.
Located in East Attica, Greece, Residence in Paiania was designed by KORDAS Architects in 2024. This house embodies modern design principles with strong geometry, promoting openness and connection. Created for a family of four, the conceptual focus of the architecture is on creating a residential space that encourages interactions, inclusive celebrations, and shared experiences.
On a sloping hillside of Tinos, where the Cycladic landscape is shaped by dry stone walls, stone-built “cells,” and old footpaths, KORDAS Architects designed Villa in Tinos as a discreet vacation house that comprises a main home and an independent guest suite. Built in 2025 and named Emerging Landscape, the residence intertwines architecture and nature in a seamless experience, integrating into the landscape with design elements that prioritize sustainability, immersive experiences, and outdoor living.
Completed in 2023 by Dutch designer Jeroen de Nijs, Villa in the Park is a house located in Alkmaar, Netherlands. The impressive residence features an open-plan layout with an entrance leading to a mezzanine floor as the family’s main living area and was designed with just two materials – wood and microcement – to create an almost Mediterranean atmosphere.
The comfortable Penthouse, located near the Schoorl sand dunes and right at the edge of the forest in Schoorl, Netherlands, was designed by architect Jeroen de Nijs in 2024. The spacious apartment combines natural tones and materials with a layout that maximises natural light and views, delivering a tranquil, vacation-like atmosphere for a family looking to escape city living.
Perched on a hill in northern Catalonia’s Costa Brava, Spain, the hotel Finca Victoria combines Mediterranean style with architectural and interior design by GCA Architects. Originally built in the 1960s, it is now restored to preserve the historical building, adding contemporary elements alongside bespoke furnishings. With 38 guestrooms and numerous common areas, including the restaurant Al Kostat del Mar helmed by Michelin-starred chef Jordi Vilà, the finca promises to be a timeless retreat for reconnecting with nature.
Nestled in Foz do Douro, Portugal, the A F S X I I residence is a contemporary jewel, designed by NOARQ in 2024. This apartment masterfully blends modern aesthetics and functionality, characterized by sleek lines, natural materials, and abundant light. Every detail reflects NOARQ‘s design philosophy, highlighting a harmonious interplay of spaces tailored for luxury living, alongside a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor environments, ensuring relaxation and connectivity to the surrounding nature.