The Lake Hayes Home by Ben Hudson Architects is situated in the rocky, sloping terrain above the shore of Lake Hayes in Arrowtown, New Zealand. Designed with a low-lying form and natural materials, this 2023 project gracefully integrates with its surroundings.
The House and the Landscape, designed by Inon Ben David, is a home in the Lower Galilee region of Israel. Featuring extensive use of natural materials, the two-story structure accommodates a family of six and includes elements created by the homeowner, who owns a custom metalwork shop. Open to its natural surroundings, the house also offers sweeping views of the valley and Mediterranean Sea.
Studio BV founder Betsy Vohs restored a mid-century house in Palm Springs, California, adding solar panels and systems to enable it to function off the grid. Designed in 2024, Vohs acquired the Casa Amigo property in the desert city’s Movie Colony neighbourhood with the intention of turning it into a personal retreat for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Sitges House in Sitges, Spain, was designed by Roman Izquierdo Bouldstridge in 2024. The two-story house comprises newly created openings to enjoy the unique views of the coastline in Garraf Natural Park. The design incorporates the Japanese technique of Shakkei for integrating the landscape into the dwelling.
The Regent’s Park Townhouse in London’s Westminster district was redesigned by Studio Arthur Casas in 2024. The interior design subtly integrates the homeowners’ art collection into the historic 1822 building’s preserved framework. Soft hues highlight the artwork, and strategic furniture placement ensures comfortable movement while retaining original spatial layouts.
Renata Pinto Beck revamped a compact apartment in Porto Alegre, Brazil, focusing on simplicity and functionality. Designed in 2020, the Dona Oti Apartment blends an industrial aesthetic with cozy elements.
In São Paulo, Brazil, Marina Linhares guided the transformation of a penthouse apartment for a passionate collector of Brazilian folk art in 2023. The interior design embraces open, integrated spaces, providing a streamlined and practical lifestyle. With a focus on comfort, Linhares curated furniture that complements the resident’s vast art collection, enhancing the vibrant tapestries, and works by artists like Volpi, Niemeyer, and Véio against neutral, white walls.
The residence offers an unparalleled living experience, embodying Brazil’s dynamic spirit.
House in Mundão, designed by Paulo Pereira Teixeira in 2023, is a contemporary residence in Viseu, Portugal. Characterised by a reinforced concrete structure and east-facing garden, the house connects to its landscape seamlessly. Inside, natural wood slats provide a cosy ambiance, while large glazed openings allow natural light to continuously transform the spaces. The interior layout is divided into social and private areas, with bedrooms on the first floor overlooking a pool.
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