A cozy fireplace or an ideal outdoor fire pit is a great addition to any home. They keep you warm, add to the atmosphere, and give you a place to get together with family and friends. However, it is very important to fuel your indoor fireplace or gas backyard fire pit properly to make sure it works well, stays safe, and lasts a long time. Knowing the right techniques and supplies can make all the difference, either you’re burning gas or wood.
Located in Campinas, Brazil, Authentic Apartment was designed by Bohrer Arquitetos for an apartment with an emphasis on architectural elements that maximize natural light and create a sense of openness in the living spaces. Featuring 155 sqm, this home employs a modern, open-concept layout for socializing, with three suites designed for comfort.
Dom Bielawa is a house located in Bielawa, Poland, designed by SAAN architekci. The project features a minimalist aesthetic that interacts with nature through large-format glazing. Inside, natural oak veneers, solid wood, stone, and concrete complement the landscape, while the smart home system ensures functionality. An inviting panoramic sofa defines the heart of the home, with a geometric cubicle promoting a clean, consistent geometry that blends utility and aesthetics.
Nestled in Berlin, Germany, the Wooden House by the Lake is a house designed by Transstruktura – Architektur Stadt Objekt in 2024. This compact property features a geometric form accented by a structured wooden facade, and generous windows that frame views of the lake and surrounding trees, connecting indoor spaces with nature and providing passive solar heating in winter and external shade in summer.
In the heart of Valencia, Spain, Estudio Calma revitalised a dated 70s house into a contemporary sanctuary for modern family living. The 180m² project, designed in 2024, reimagines the home through refined materiality, prioritising oak wood and an elemental palette that transmits comfort and warmth.
The elegant transformation emphasises a seamless connection between the hall, living room, and open-plan kitchen, fostering a welcoming environment for socialisation and relaxation.
In the esteemed Monti district of Rome, Punto Zero has created Casa Urbana, a spacious apartment that infuses modernity with historical charm. Designed in 2024, this flat’s corner positioning ensures natural light flows abundantly, illuminating a modern aesthetic that beautifully highlights the character-filled frescoed ceilings. With a balance of simplicity and elegance, the interior exudes a cozy, personal retreat with bright, white spaces that reflect a clean, contemporary design approach.
Set into a ridge-top in Santa Fe, the Sangre de Cristo House epitomizes refined modern architecture. Conceptualized by Specht Novak in 2018, this house features two expansive board-formed concrete walls that fluidly connect the interior to the surrounding Santa Fe landscape. Designed with a narrow skylight, large expanses of glass and spacious floor plans, this house emphasizes a seamless integration with the outdoors while ensuring a cozy and private atmosphere inside.
Situated in Milan, Italy, Casa D is a 170-square-meter flat designed in 2022 by Studio Elena Bellincioni. This apartment redefines modern urban dwelling, effortlessly merging elegant interior design with practical living spaces.
