Situated in the heart of Healdsburg, California, the Fire Country Lookout by Studio VARA showcases a groundbreaking design that blends sustainable living with resilient development. This multi-generational family retreat, nestled on an oak-studded hilltop, offers a prototype for the “post-climate-change” West, featuring a single 180′ long extrusion carefully positioned along the east-west axis to maximize stunning views of Mount St. Helena and the setting sun.
XSTUDIO‘s Masterful Transformation of House S in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain. This 130-square-meter house, located in a four-story building, underwent a comprehensive renovation that reorganized the original compartmentalized layout, creating a more open and airy living space.
The designers integrated the home’s corner location and private patio, maximizing natural light and cross-ventilation while introducing a cohesive wooden envelope that ties the living areas together.
Discover the captivating Casa Roveretta, a harmonious blend of modern architecture and natural elegance in the picturesque town of Ostuni, Italy. Designed by the award-winning Vergati Creative Studio, this stunning house seamlessly integrates with its lush Puglia surroundings, showcasing a design inspired by the region’s rich heritage and the breathtaking local landscape.
In the heart of Rome, House Prati showcases a captivating blend of classic and contemporary design. This elegant residence, created by the esteemed DFG Architetti Associati, seamlessly merges traditional elements with a modern architectural vision.
The interior, a testament to the power of stylistic crossover, features a refined ambiance enhanced by the integration of unique, contemporary design pieces. By demolishing numerous partitions, the designers have unveiled a striking spatial dynamism, beautifully accentuated by the existing fenestration.
This striking 790 sqm house in Mexico City, designed by NURBANA Desarrollo Arquitectónico in 2021, breathes new life into a 10-year-old abandoned construction. Situated on a 1,400 sqm lot facing a lush ravine, the project seamlessly integrates the home’s interior and exterior, offering a harmonious living experience. Featuring a thoughtful redistribution of usable areas and an expansion of the required programs, the CDC12 house showcases a contemporary design approach that prioritizes both aesthetics and functionality.
In a picturesque corner of Québec, Canada, the Perron team has crafted a remarkable family chalet that blends the luxurious ambiance of a boutique hotel with the warm comforts of a private residence. Dubbed “Bertha,” this 2023 project was designed to accommodate numerous guests, family members, and friends, creating a harmonious space for both gathering and personal retreat. Leveraging its expertise and European manufacturer connections, the Perron team has delivered a truly turnkey, tailor-made design that seamlessly integrates the hotel experience into a luxurious family home.
With a Nordic-inspired aesthetic, abundant natural light, and custom furnishings, Bertha radiates a sense of positive energy and functionality that caters to both adult and child alike.
Atelier LAVIT‘s Cabana Lodge in Ibiza, Spain, offers a hidden private retreat nestled in the island’s lush vegetation. Designed in 2019, this eco-friendly lodge features a seamless integration with the surrounding landscape, leveraging natural ventilation and shading to create a comfortable, light-filled space.
The property’s simple, rational layout and use of durable, locally-sourced materials like Douglas pine and larch wood contribute to its sustainable and serene ambiance, making it a unique and sought-after getaway for design-conscious travelers.
Mlékárenská Apartment, a minimalist marvel designed by RDTH architekti in the heart of Prague, Czech Republic, effortlessly blends function and aesthetics within a 74 m2 prefab concrete panel apartment.
This innovative project challenges the boundaries of traditional living, seamlessly accommodating three household members with privacy and shared spaces, all while embodying a captivating ascetic approach to modern design.
