Since 1774, BIRKENSTOCK has shaped a legacy of craftsmanship and innovation. The Birkenstock 1774 showroom on Rue Saint-Honoré embodies this spirit—set within a Haussmannian Parisian apartment, it unites history, architecture, and contemporary design. Curated furnishings, vintage classics, and artisanal details create a space where functionality and timeless aesthetics coexist, echoing the brand’s ethos of quality and longevity.
Trees Sliced Through sits in Ahmedabad, India, as a house by Matharoo Associates that channels garden, light, and concrete into a taut domestic rhythm. The design folds living, dining, and intimate courts between thick walls and red planes, drawing the eye from shaded interiors to lawns and water. It’s a residence with a clear sequence and a crisp material voice.
Hira unfolds in India as a layered house by Fulcrum Studio, paired with an adjoining office that extends the narrative beyond domestic life. The residence moves between introspection and conviviality, where concrete, marble, metal, and heirloom textiles pull against one another. Four stacked levels orbit a sunlit void and shape a choreography of light, shade, and reflection. The office next door continues the experiment, translating material tactility into a kinetic workplace.
Amoeba, located in Surat, India, is a groundbreaking office project designed by Hiren Patel Architect Design. This over 8,000 sq ft masterpiece boasts an organic design that integrates seamlessly into the natural environment.
Transparency and sustainability define its architecture; the four glass cubes allow natural light to flood the spaces, fostering openness and connection to the surrounding gardens. The emphasis on natural materials promotes local economy support and energy efficiency.
Whidbey Uparati by Wittman Estes is a 1,880-square-foot house located on Whidbey Island, United States. The design emphasizes a contemporary style that blends into the surrounding meadow landscape. This family retreat serves as a space for meditation and bonding, offering a quiet modern escape with panoramic views and a rewilded landscape. A journey through rustic meadows leads to the house, enhancing the connection with nature and stillness, central to its design philosophy.
Designed in 2025 by 23DC Architects, Residence Ondra is located in Amritsar, India. The house explores calm and contextual responsiveness, aligning with the sun’s path to create a seamless integration with nature. Featuring an L-shaped design with abundant daylight and an internal courtyard, the home prioritizes both privacy and openness. The architecture orchestrates water elements, textured finishes, and natural materials for a harmonious living experience that balances built and natural environments.
The house, located in Bengaluru, India, is designed by Kamat & Rozario Architecture. Envisaged as a large concrete tray placed in relation to the sun’s movement, the residence opens itself up to a more climatically pleasant aspect in the form of an open court, serving as the heart and lung of the house. Features include layering materials and textures on the southern facade to respond to sunlight, as well as top-lit stairs.
Anand Home is a house located in Ahmedabad, India. Designed by Hiren Patel Architects, it features a seamless blend of spaces, light and textures, creating a modern luxury expression where nature isn’t just the backdrop but an integral part of the design. At 17,800 sq. ft., the bungalow blurs the boundaries between landscape, architecture and interiors, distributing a journey through lush gardens with water features before welcoming visitors with grand wooden doors.
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