Bohlin Cywinski Jackson‘s Henry Island Guesthouse in San Juan County, Washington, is a thoughtful response to evolving a family retreat on a remote location. This 1,350-square-foot addition to a secluded site in the San Juan Islands offers guests immersion within a remarkable natural environment, with a compact linear form, restrained material selection, and strategies for occupant wellbeing.
Luxury and sophistication abound in Penthouse O, a stunning 500 m2 family apartment designed by the renowned firm Destilat in the heart of Vienna, Austria. This two-story penthouse, completed in 2022, showcases a harmonious blend of minimalist elegance and functionality, with an open floor plan that seamlessly flows into expansive terraces and an impressive rooftop garden featuring a pool, outdoor kitchen, and lush greenery.
In Trivandrum, India, the White Skube House by Srijit Srinivas Architects showcases a minimalist design approach that seamlessly blends with its densely settled surroundings. This second home for a joint medical family features a skewed cuboid form, accentuated by a pristine white exterior and thoughtful spatial planning to accommodate their functional needs.
Architecturally designed by the acclaimed Martin Gomez Arquitectos, the Big Fish house in Punta del Este, Uruguay, stands as a shining example of sustainable, nature-inspired design. Situated on an irregular strip of land near the dunes and sea, this 2021-built residence preserves the captivating wild surroundings through a raised, light-touch approach. The ground plan rests on pillars, creating a space for garages and services while allowing the local vegetation to thrive beneath the upper, flying volume.
Mlékárenská Apartment, a minimalist marvel designed by RDTH architekti in the heart of Prague, Czech Republic, effortlessly blends function and aesthetics within a 74 m2 prefab concrete panel apartment.
This innovative project challenges the boundaries of traditional living, seamlessly accommodating three household members with privacy and shared spaces, all while embodying a captivating ascetic approach to modern design.
Destilat Design Studio‘s latest project, House M, showcases a thoughtful renovation of a turn-of-the-century sandstone building in the Balearic Islands, Spain.
Designed in 2024, this vacation home on three floors embodies the local culture’s essence, with the architects carefully incorporating traditional materials and techniques to create a minimalist, airy atmosphere that ensures a relaxed lifestyle for the family.
The Villa Schlachtensee, designed by Cama in Berlin, Germany, is a stunning example of modern renovation and remodeling. This 1890 suburban villa has been extensively transformed, blending the charm of its original architecture with a light-filled, contemporary design.
The dilapidated addition was replaced with a modern extension, housing a spacious eat-in kitchen and a master bedroom above. The entire home has been modernized, with the floor plans partially reconfigured and the old roof truss replaced, ensuring quality living space throughout, including in the attic.
Designed by Isern Serra Studio in 2024, the GIGI Studio showroom in Barcelona, Spain, is a testament to the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship and innovation. This 1000 sq.m. space aims to redefine the traditional workspace, embracing an open and fluid floor plan that encourages creativity and collaboration.
The design concept draws inspiration from the idea of a “studio and museum,” prioritizing natural light and custom-made sculptural elements that reflect the brand’s contemporary, sophisticated aesthetic.
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