The international architecture and interior design studio Archventil transformed a Milan apartment into a serene escape for the new owners that celebrated individualism. Tapping a style called Minimalismo Umano, the Via Volta Apartment balances a monochrome palette with “tactile natural textures and eclectic details” according to the studio, redefining the original interior by opening up the previously segmented layout and stripping back adornments to make room for furnishings and social activities.
Local studio Punto Zero incorporated areas of contrasting colors and materials throughout this apartment renovation in Rome, Italy. Designed in 2024, the project involved opening up the 1960s unit to create a more fluid and versatile space for its owners, a couple of art collectors.
IDIN Architects, founded in 2004 by Khamron Sutthi, utilized their expertise in architecture, interior, and landscape design to create ARQ10, a compact urban multi-unit housing in Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand. Designed in 2022, the building features green spaces and swimming pools, catering to modern families by expanding vertically, ensuring natural light and cross-ventilation permeate the interior.
Studio mk27 has designed a house in Guarujá, Brazil, suspended on stilts to preserve the surrounding tropical forest. Completed in 2023, Canopy House features sliding glass panels and an elevated platform overlooking the canopies. The interior design celebrates Brazilian culture, incorporating contemporary design, traditional craftsmanship, and original artwork.
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.
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.
