Embracing the Synergy of Earth and Glass: Explore the Captivating Weekend Retreat in New Delhi Designed by Studio Lotus. This innovative house, situated in the leafy suburbs of India’s capital, seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living, offering its residents a sanctuary to unwind and reconnect with nature. Featuring a harmonious interplay of rammed earth, steel, and concrete, the Earth and Glass House exemplifies a thoughtful design approach that prioritizes both aesthetics and functionality.
Situated in the vibrant heart of Athens, Greece, this exceptional apartment renovation by acclaimed designer George Tzorbatzidis showcases a masterful fusion of contemporary elegance and timeless charm. Meticulously redesigned in 2022, this urban oasis seamlessly blends modern amenities with the rich architectural heritage of the Greek capital, creating a harmonious living experience that captivates the senses.
From the thoughtfully curated materials to the intuitive layout, every aspect of this apartment renovation exemplifies the designer’s commitment to crafting a truly bespoke and functional living space.
Designed by Les Archinautes and located in Frymburk, Czech Republic, the Lipno Lakeside Cabin offers a harmonious blend of contemporary architecture and the natural beauty of the Bohemian Forest. This single-story house with an attic was built in 2021, providing the perfect base for nearby mountain sports. The design follows the regional architectural principles, including a rectangular floor plan, compact shape, and a pronounced gable.
The Mawhitipana House, designed by MacKayCurtis in Auckland, New Zealand, is a stunning 2022 holiday home that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. Situated on a steep, elevated site with sweeping views over Mawhitipana Bay, the house features a long, timber deck that spans the entire width of the narrow lot, strategically placed between the property’s mature Pōhutukawa trees.
The owners’ brief, to maximize sun, views, and outdoor living, is expertly fulfilled by this simple yet elegant design, which places a timber box for sleeping and bathing above the deck, creating a delicate, nature-inspired retreat.
In the rolling countryside of Treviso, Italy, Scattola Simeoni Architetti have transformed a former farmhouse into a captivating modern residence. The Casa Piuca project, designed in 2020, seamlessly blends traditional elements like stone frames and a wooden roof with contemporary features, creating a harmonious living space. Large openings frame the surrounding pastoral landscape, while a new orthogonal structure helps to recompose the home’s internal courtyard in a traditional rural style.
Located in Matosinhos, Portugal, Casa da Fonte Velha is a contemporary family home designed by Martins Pimenta – Arquitetura e Construção. This project, completed in 2023, focuses on creating a harmonious living space that seamlessly integrates with the outdoors, providing a perfect environment for hosting friends and family.
Designed in 2022, The Shelter is a ground-floor residence with a basement located in Kato Kastritsi, Greece. Conceived by renowned architect Façade, this linear shell-like structure acts as a “fault line” bisecting the plot, dividing the inactive olive grove from the residents’ relaxation area.
The building’s geometry, orientation, and transparency create a seamless connection between the interior and the surrounding natural environment, embodying the essence of a true “shelter” in the landscape.
Situated in the heart of Italy, the captivating WSB apartment project by PLUS ULTRA studio showcases a harmonious blend of refined elegance and inviting warmth. This 190 sqm penthouse, part of the recently revamped Borletti factory complex in Milan, embodies the client’s desire for a versatile living space that seamlessly balances intimate domesticity and sophisticated entertaining.
