Situated within the lively Museum Mile of New York City, the Museum Mile Reinvention serves as a celebration of enduring style. This apartment, which was initially acquired in 2013, had a natural allure ready to be rejuvenated. Intriguingly, Ferguson & Shamamian Architects engaged in an undertaking focused on converting this historical site into a modern abode for a family, all while maintaining its soul for entertaining.
Nestled in Thornbury, Melbourne, Australia, the Harold Residence is a stunning house that showcases modern architecture designed by Taouk Architect in 2024. This stunning residential project offers a seamless blend of contemporary style and comfort that beautifully integrates with the vibrant surroundings. The interiors are illuminated, revealing refined spaces that balance luxury and practicality, creating an inviting atmosphere perfect for modern living.
Located in Oakland, California, Oakland Hills is a house designed by Rae & Heath Architects in 2023. The home, built hastily after much of the immediate area burned in the 1991 Tunnel Fire, was updated to better serve the needs and tastes of its current owners with a sophisticated simplicity that draws inspiration from Scandinavian heritage and Danish design.
Chok Chai 4 House, located in Bangkok, Thailand, presents a tri-level house designed in 2025 by S+S Architects. Emphasizing both privacy and spaciousness for its residents, the house’s interior features large openings that invite natural light and greenery, contrary to its closed exterior walls. This modern design fosters shared spaces while allowing personal flexibility, and ensuring all family members, including the elderly, can navigate comfortably with wide stairs and an elevator.
Casa S is an inviting apartment with an inspiring concept that offers a welcoming, open space. Designed in 2022 in Quito, Ecuador by Quito-based practice #1028 Arquitectura y Paisaje, the residence follows a design style that conveys a playful romanticism of growing up through the use of industrial prefabricated elements and open floor plans.
Folly at Fair Hill is a house located in Norway, designed by Rever & Drage Architects in 2025. With a layout that echoes traditional follies, the building incorporates both decorative and functional spaces within its unique architecture. Elements like a dining room, a lounge under a glass roof, and a sauna with an outdoor shower are included, creating a whimsical addition that marks the transition from the bustle of the nearby settlement to the tranquility of the landscape.
So, you’re ready to renovate. You’ve pictured the sleek kitchen, the spa-like bathroom, maybe even that cozy little reading nook where you’ll finally relax with a book instead of scrolling through your phone. But then reality hits—renovations cost money, and unless you’ve got a secret pile of cash somewhere, figuring out how to pay for it can feel like hitting a wall before you’ve even started tearing one down.
The GH17 Apartment, located in Berlin, Germany, showcases an adjustable interior designed by DA bureau. Constructed in 2024, this apartment offers a minimalist layout that prioritizes space and versatility. Its design features robust concrete walls, fine stainless steel accents, and original wooden art objects that create a unique atmosphere. The innovative layout maximizes open, interconnected spaces that can transition from a vast living area to private bedrooms, supporting diverse activities in a contemporary setting.
