Riba House sits in Puembo, Ecuador, a two-level house by TEC Taller EC that takes its cue from a venerable carob tree at the site’s center. The bar-shaped plan wraps the tree to frame views toward Quito and the Andes, then loosens into a terrace that stretches the daily routine toward the horizon. Urban edge meets valley quiet here, and the plan mediates both with poise.
North South House sits on a ridge in San Juan County, WA, United States, with Allied8 behind the 1,300 SF cabin’s measured footprint and lift. The house is a compact retreat for three generations, shaped by north–south outlooks and a precise structural strategy. Its long gable holds living and sleeping rooms that open to forest light, while a steel moment frame touches the land at only six points.
Small homes can be cozy, efficient, and charming — but they can also feel cramped if they’re not designed thoughtfully. As we move into 2025, homeowners are looking for creative remodeling solutions that maximize square footage without sacrificing style or comfort.
Surrounded by the silvery leaves of a four-decare olive grove in Ayvacık, Türkiye, Sazlı DY House by Studio OM weaves together regional building traditions with a modern design sensibility. Completed in 2024, this single-family home draws the outdoors in through sweeping windows, a restrained material palette, and a layout that’s primed for both gathering and retreat. It’s a fresh take on year-round living where rustic charm and contemporary style coexist seamlessly.
Combining sophistication with practicality, the Paulicéia apartment is a model of contemporary architecture, designed by Estúdio Brasileiro de Arquitetura in 2023 in São Paulo, Brazil.
Designed by Juse, Villa Monti is a striking example of modern architecture. Nestled in Valle d’Itria, Italy, this house was designed in 2025. Clean lines and authentic materials define the project, showcasing a continuous dialogue between architecture and the surrounding landscape, as well as between history and modernity. Surrounded by centuries-old olive trees and dry stone walls, Villa Monti reflects a balanced integration with nature and the region’s deep-rooted traditions.
The Condè Nast office in Munich, Germany, features a design by Tools Off.Architecture that artfully marries elements of modernism with contemporary design principles. The project, which finished in 2020, highlights a strong geometric aesthetic in line with Richard Meier’s original vision in 1994. The office space also incorporates abundant natural light, distinct open-space concepts, and areas promoting both collaboration and private reflection, embodying the publication’s ethos and approach to work.
On a corner lot in Jardim Europa, São Paulo, P483 House rises as a striking 16,150 sq ft (1,500 sq m) residence. Designed by Armentano Arquitetura, the house features a transparent glass pavilion with a wooden structure that serves as the central volume, dividing the real estate into two blocks: the social area opening onto the backyard and pool, and the private living spaces positioned at the rear of the plot.
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