Located on a remote Northern Gulf island on the BC coast, Home for an Artist combines a house and painting studio designed by Laura Killam Architecture. The 650-square-foot (60-square-metre) house has an exterior clad in cedar boards and a roof of silvered cedar shingles. Designed for a multi-generational family, it features full-height glazing to connect its internal spaces to nature, offering sun exposure and views over surrounding meadows and wetlands.
The Cottage in La Vera is a vacation house located in Extremadura, Spain. Designed by Ábaton, this project blends traditional architecture with contemporary comforts, showcasing respect for the original structure while incorporating modern trends. Surrounded by mountains and forests, the cottage features open living spaces and large windows that bring stunning views of the natural surroundings inside, creating a harmonious connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
The Fienile Cocchi residential project converted a barn that has a history dating back several centuries. Located in Reggio Emilia, Italy, the house was designed by SBAR – Salonia Baldin Architettura. The team restores a historic 300 sqm (3,229 sq ft) barn while introducing a contemporary glazed volume, allowing natural light to fill the spaces. While Joao Martins created the interior design, the project was completed in 2024.
House GS, a house located in Cieneguilla, Peru, was completed in 2014 by designer Vicca Verde. The design takes as a reference the typical rammed earth walls of the region: it follows the same construction process but reinterprets it in a contemporary way, using concrete tinted in earth tones. The concrete work is complemented by metal structures that allow for large spans and create the wide sloped roof, with few support points, over the main loft unit.
In response to the growing demand for healthier, more flexible work environments, COLAMY has announced the launch of LumiDesk, an ergonomically designed desk tailored for modern professionals navigating hybrid and remote work models. The new product will debut on Kickstarter on June 3, with exclusive early bird pricing.
Urban Stillness is a 43 m² loft located in Kyiv, Ukraine, designed by Oleksii Bezkorovainyi. The micro-apartment showcases an industrial style, with a raw concrete ceiling paired with warm textures like green tiles and wood cabinetry. Highlights include a steel-framed kitchen canopy and a concealed bed, alongside calming spaces dedicated to unwinding and self-reflection amid the chaos of city life.
The Modernism Villa, situated in Sitges, Spain, embodies the art of design by Veronica Mimoun Studio, completed in 2025. This exceptional house seamlessly integrates traditional elements with contemporary elegance, showcasing a bright façade adorned with lush greenery.
Inside, soft muted tones and natural light envelop the space, enhancing its Mediterranean charm. Every corner reflects meticulous attention to detail, offering a unique take on comfort, functionality, and timeless opulence designed for captivating living.
Elegantly crafted by Veronica Mimoun Studio in 2024, Penthouse in Barcelona epitomises contemporary comfort. Located in Barcelona, Spain, this stunning penthouse overlooks Turo Park and features sleek lines and large glass panels. The interior showcases a calming colour palette and tasteful furnishings, including a beautifully appointed terrace wrapped in lush greenery that encourages relaxation and alfresco dining.
