The hum of suburbia echoes through the lush Kalutara landscape surrounding Kumudu Villa. A project by Kith Studio, this 2024 family house in Sri Lanka redefines modernity through a profoundly philosophical approach to form, material and context. The dwelling embraces Brutalist architecture ideals, mixing exposed brick and concrete volume for a raw yet warm aesthetic.

The Soul Garden house in Hyderabad, India was completed by Spacefiction Studio in 2019 and includes a central garden. With an introverted layout and operable louvers, the structure accommodates a large requirement on a small plot. A double-height court with laser-cut perforations ensures privacy, while balconies overlook the central garden, filtering light to create a tranquil atmosphere. The design features exposed concrete, handmade cement tiles, and a tropical garden with a fountain.

The Alberto Alcocer apartment in Madrid, designed by De la Villa Studio, features a minimalist and timeless character. Crafted in 2024, this interior design seamlessly blends natural oak wood and travertine stone into a cohesive aesthetic. The layout abandons corridors for fluid transitions, with elements like sliding doors hidden in architectural recesses.

Jubilee Terraces is a seven-level home in Hyderabad, India, designed by Spacefiction Studio. Completed in 2023, this house prioritizes cascading terraces and biophilic landscapes. White marble dominates the interior, complemented by beige lime plaster and brass accents.

House G, designed by the Ljubljana-based ARP Studio, is nestled among the olive groves of the Istrian landscape in Spodnje Škofije, Slovenia. Completed in 2022, this single-story house is based on a square layout, combining flat and gabled roofs. The design centers around a void atrium that allows for gradation of spaces, offering privacy while linking living and sleeping areas.

The Ethereal Light apartment in Bucharest, Romania, designed by Jooca Studio in 2022, embodies a sleek and minimalist aesthetic. Characterized by natural, earthy tones with a wabi-sabi influence, the interior uses custom furniture and decor to enhance its compact 90-square-meter layout.

Lucas y Hernández-Gil Arquitectos has transformed a 1970s bungalow in Madrid’s San Juan reservoir area into a modern retreat. Designed in 2023, Casa Montesa features deep window boxes that blend the interior and exterior, while a striking burgundy-tiled kitchen island serves as a central focal point.

Armentano Arquitetura has designed the interior of a São Paulo apartment, named P533 Apartment, completed in 2024. Located in Brazil, the project integrates the living area to showcase unique cityscape views, while maintaining functional spatial divisions.