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River House: Sustainable Living on the Banks of a Brazilian River

A rustic wooden cabin nestled among lush greenery, with a covered porch and wooden steps leading up.

Situated along the banks of a river in Santa Cruz Cabrália, Brazil, the River House designed by Daniel Fromer & Arquitetos seamlessly integrates with the surrounding nature. This 2020 residential project features a deconstructed layout across three blocks, harmonizing with the traditional architectural style of the region through the use of local materials and techniques.

Jap in Isola: Transforming a Milanese Apartment for Modern Living

Minimalist living room with Japanese-inspired artwork and sliding panels, sleek furnishings.

Fiorenza Raja‘s exceptional apartment renovation project, “Jap in Isola,” showcases her expertise in transforming a traditional “Vecchia Milano” unit in the heart of Milan, Italy. Combining meticulous attention to detail and a harmonious design approach, this 2017 project exemplifies the seamless integration of custom furnishings and lighting within the apartment’s unique architectural features.

Lakehouse: A Tudor-Inspired Home Transformed in Ontario

A modern, glass-enclosed home with a wooden roof set in a lush, landscaped garden.

Designed by Shean Architects in 2022, the Lakehouse in Ontario, Canada, is a stunning example of modern architecture seamlessly blending with a heritage-designated Mock Tudor home. This single-family residence, situated on a gentle slope overlooking a tranquil lake, features a subtle grandeur with its restored exterior and a captivating interior transformation that introduces an airy atrium and a central “catwalk” stair.

The project’s design is a harmonious balance of preserving the home’s historic charm while incorporating contemporary elements that enhance the connection between the existing structure and the surrounding landscape.

Black Swan Restaurant: Luxury French Dining with Oriental Elegance

A spacious, minimalist dining area with curved walls, a cloud-like light fixture, and glass doors overlooking greenery.

The Black Swan Restaurant in Beijing, China, is a masterful collaboration between designer Chris Shao Studio and the inspiration of artist Gary Hume’s ‘Swans’ painting. Situated within the Luo Hong Photography Art Museum, this French-cuisine restaurant seamlessly blends modernist design with the rich natural beauty of an adjacent oriental landscape garden.

Patrons are treated to a delicate and intricate approach to details, where the swan motif is woven throughout the space, creating a sense of quiet luxury and elegance. The muted interior palette and textural layering of materials evoke the graceful movements of the swan, inviting guests to pause and appreciate the sublime synchronization of the natural and man-made.

House S: Blurring Boundaries – A Spatial Transformation in Spain

FeaturedMinimalist, wood-accented interior with open layout and modern furniture.

XSTUDIO‘s Masterful Transformation of House S in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain. This 130-square-meter house, located in a four-story building, underwent a comprehensive renovation that reorganized the original compartmentalized layout, creating a more open and airy living space.

The designers integrated the home’s corner location and private patio, maximizing natural light and cross-ventilation while introducing a cohesive wooden envelope that ties the living areas together.

House Prati: Timeless Elegance Meets Contemporary Design

FeaturedA sophisticated living room with a modern chandelier, built-in shelving, and herringbone wood floors.

In the heart of Rome, House Prati showcases a captivating blend of classic and contemporary design. This elegant residence, created by the esteemed DFG Architetti Associati, seamlessly merges traditional elements with a modern architectural vision.

The interior, a testament to the power of stylistic crossover, features a refined ambiance enhanced by the integration of unique, contemporary design pieces. By demolishing numerous partitions, the designers have unveiled a striking spatial dynamism, beautifully accentuated by the existing fenestration.

Bertha: Luxury Nordic Chalet Design in Québec

FeaturedA spacious, modern interior with bright yellow piano, pink couch, and wooden shelving.

In a picturesque corner of Québec, Canada, the Perron team has crafted a remarkable family chalet that blends the luxurious ambiance of a boutique hotel with the warm comforts of a private residence. Dubbed “Bertha,” this 2023 project was designed to accommodate numerous guests, family members, and friends, creating a harmonious space for both gathering and personal retreat. Leveraging its expertise and European manufacturer connections, the Perron team has delivered a truly turnkey, tailor-made design that seamlessly integrates the hotel experience into a luxurious family home.

With a Nordic-inspired aesthetic, abundant natural light, and custom furnishings, Bertha radiates a sense of positive energy and functionality that caters to both adult and child alike.

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