Located in Paju-si, South Korea, the Paju ‘Mokha(木下)’ house designed by UTAA showcases an avant-garde exterior that harmonizes modern and traditional design elements. Notable for its inviting courtyard, cubical forms, and wooden overhang, this dwelling has a spacious interior prioritizing natural illumination. The seamless flow between chic dining and kitchen areas, along with a cozy living space, creates a tranquil atmosphere enhanced by expansive windows and tailored design details.
Casa Ballena by World of Holistic Architecture is a family home in Elche, Spain, designed in 2023. The interior combines functional elements and integrates spaces for both private and communal use. A large modular sofa from EDRA, along with lighting from FLOS and Tom Dixon, enhances the living area. The design includes a children’s bedroom with denim blue curtains and a master bedroom emphasizing warmth through wood. Bathrooms feature oak, mint green finishes, and custom ceramic tiles for added character.
Concordia Design in Poznań, Poland, has been transformed into serviced offices by architectural firm Bidermann+Wide. Originally a 1910 printing house, the structure underwent a significant redesign, focusing on sustainability and local craftsmanship. The project prioritised preserving existing materials, incorporating daylight-sensitive lighting, and promoting Polish design. Bidermann+Wide emphasised creating healthy, aesthetically pleasing spaces, aligning with their proprietary Future-Conscious Design approach.
Concordia Design now balances historical architecture with a modern, homely atmosphere, serving as a testament to thoughtful planning and creative ingenuity.
Casa Xecua in Guasca, Colombia, was designed in 2022 by Yemail Arquitectura. The wooden cabin features an orthogonal volume oriented toward distant views, with living spaces extending over an outdoor deck. Constructed with tecumani pine and annealed clay roof tiles, the cabin reflects a primitive aesthetic and houses bedrooms that end in boxes for privacy.
Presenting Huho’s Extension in Plombières, Belgium, conceptualized by Crahayjamaigne Architectes, this house addition interlaces effortlessly with its backdrop, providing a transformative journey for its residents. This project features a connection to the garden, the usage of a central kitchen and a complementary renovation of the existing home for reimagined living.
Architecture studio naturehumaine has completed an intentionally opaque masonry-walled house in Austin, Canada, featuring a skylight and large windows that were strategically positioned to increase natural daylight within the interior. Palissade, which was designed and finished in 2024, has a gabled roof with a skylight illuminating its airy interiors, decorated with tactile materials and textures.
In the heart of the dynamic Marais district, Olivier Debin Studio has transformed a 50 m² apartment in Paris, France, into a stunning illustration of hyper-nature design. Finalized in 2024, Jarente merges custom, contemporary furniture with earthy materials such as birch plywood, glass, terracotta, and tadelakt, creating a cozy atmosphere that captures modern urban living’s essence.
Hotel Romeo Roma, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, has opened in the Italian capital. Situated at Palazzo Capponi on the Via di Ripetta, the building was converted into a hotel from a historic palazzo, which dates back to the 16th century. The studio aimed to create contemporary interiors featuring vaulted ceilings and three-dimensional forms that contrast with the building’s Renaissance exterior.
