Set in Scottsdale, Arizona, OB1 redefines the single-family residence with mid-century modern touches. Designed by Architecture-Infrastructure-Research in 2019, this 2,600 sq. ft. house harmoniously marries indoor and outdoor spaces through modern details. The design cleverly utilizes a slender metallic tent for shade while showcasing a minimalist aesthetic that emphasizes tranquility. The attention to structure and layout makes this project a modern marvel in its picturesque desert setting.
Radan House, a 2023 project by the Archigram Group, reinterprets a 120-square-meter apartment in Mashhad, Iran. Designed for a young couple, it skillfully integrates work and home through its unique materials and expressions. “Living areas,” says the studio, “interweave a range of experiences, blending a formal lifestyle with a warm and friendly atmosphere; the interweaving of these experiences within a defined context is a natural and inseparable aspect of contemporary human life.”
Condominium building 62 Reade Street stands in the heart of Tribeca, New York, with architecture by ODA. ODA envisioned merging the two landmarked buildings on the site to pay homage to their heritage, crafting six loft-style homes that combine Tribeca’s industrial style with Italianate architecture. Open layouts inspired by ODA Founder Eran Chen’s own Tribeca loft infuse reclaimed character through high-end materials, blended aesthetics, and nature elements.
This apartment is located in Bratislava, Slovakia and was designed by alanprekop in 2020. The flat became aloft with spacy bedroom open-plan living room + kitchen, perfect for acouple or asmall family. The only dividing element in the flat is awooden and glass construction. Materials were gathered from various waste collection places; then treated, and newly purposed in the interior. The interior is made from avariety of small details, which are joining into the feeling of the unit.
Located in Beijing, China, designed by Archstudio in 2024, Lei Homestay is a hotel that organizes its architectural design around three trees, forming two well-proportioned courtyards that bring in ample sunlight and views of seasonal changes. The main structure is crafted from glued laminated timber, which, beneath the double-pitched roof, supports a variety of staggered platform spaces, evoking the sensation of living amidst a forest.
Casa Ananda, designed by Yturbe Taller de arquitectura and located in Mexico City, Mexico, epitomizes tropical modernism. Expertly blending raw materials, light contrasts, and fluid spaces, this unique house prioritizes its natural environment.
The creation of a sanctuary awash in overhangs, timber louvers, and expansive glass panels showcases a design philosophy that emphasizes a tactile experience and a seamless integration with the landscape resulting in comfort amid the tropical climate of Mexico City.
Casa Flora is a 70-square-metre apartment renovation in Bologna, Italy, designed by Jessica Pinotti in 2021. The project features natural materials and vibrant shades of green and pink, creating a light and restful atmosphere. The minimalist design draws inspiration from Mediterranean coastal houses. Key changes include an open-plan kitchen-living space and reconfigured hallway, accommodating the living area, study, and bedroom. The space emphasizes natural finishes and textures, offering a contemporary, airy feel throughout.
In the heart of Saugatuck, MI, United States, dSPACE Studio unveils Silver Lake, a house designed this year that embodies a seamless fusion of nature and architecture. This retreat offers the homeowners a layered architectural experience in which to interact with the serene landscape and their art collection, while the design integrates Brazilian elements into a sculptural object that blurs the boundaries between architecture and art.
