The Rector Place Apartment, designed by Pelletier Salgado in 2013, showcases a harmonious blend of modern design and thoughtful lighting solutions within a spacious 4-bedroom, 2 1/2 bath apartment in the heart of New York City’s Battery Park City neighborhood.
By utilizing a step in the slab above, the designers created a singular, narrow cove light that extends throughout the living areas, unifying the space with a continuous band of even illumination while preserving the apartment’s generous ceiling height.
Brengues Le Pavec architects have transformed a 1960s house in Montpellier, France, into a stunning Inspired Renovation. The project, designed in 2024, features a rational and flat roof typology with the potential for additional volume. The extension aims to create a living space more closely linked to the garden, composed of simple vertical and horizontal planes that open up significant glazing. Raw materials like stamped concrete and stone on the ground, coupled with warm wooden panels inside, contribute to the project’s modern and inviting aesthetic.
Located in the historic city center of Vilnius, Lithuania, this stunning apartment project by designer Edita Righetto embodies a timeless elegance. Crafted within an 18th-century building, the interior seamlessly blends contemporary design with the property’s historic features. The layout prioritizes an airy, light-filled atmosphere, allowing the breathtaking cityscape views to take center stage. Carefully selected materials, including natural stone, smoked wood, and brass accents, contribute to the tranquil and refined ambiance throughout the space.
The DO DID Villa, designed by L.E.D Architects, is a captivating modern house located in Sisara, Iran, completed in 2022. Inspired by the surrounding landscape of the sea and forest, the villa’s design seamlessly integrates the interior and exterior spaces, creating a harmonious interplay between architecture and nature. With its striking black roof structure and strategically placed openings for natural ventilation and light, the DO DID Villa exemplifies a thoughtful approach to sustainable design.
Designed by renowned architect Petr Stolín, the captivating Zen Houses in Liberec, Czech Republic, epitomize a philosophy of housing simplification. These modern dwellings feature a minimalist aesthetic, with the perimeter defining the inner space and strategic glazing that seamlessly integrates the neighboring landscape. The carefully balanced proportions and flow of the interior create a unique spatial experience, fostering a sense of visual connectivity even between the separate houses.
Designed in 2023, the Residence in Dionysos in Diónysos, Greece, is a captivating house that blends modern lifestyle with a sense of primitive refuge. Helmed by Desypri & Misiaris Architecture, this project takes inspiration from the archetype of ancient shelters, reinterpreting it for contemporary living
The monolithic concrete volume, elevated above the ground, creates a harmonious interplay between indoor and outdoor spaces, inviting residents to reconnect with the enduring essence of home.
Residence Pontiac, a charming house in Montreal, Canada, designed by acclaimed architect Alexandre Bernier. Nestled in the vibrant Plateau Mont-Royal neighborhood, this 2018 renovation project seamlessly blends contemporary design with the building’s historic roots.
Featuring an innovative rooftop terrace and open-concept living spaces, Résidence Pontiac offers its occupants a serene, authentic retreat amidst the city’s bustling energy.
Maka Studio‘s captivating Monochrome project in Gdynia, Poland, showcases a luxurious house that embodies domestic minimalism.
The open-concept living room and kitchen, framed by large windows, create a serene, monochromatic atmosphere that seamlessly integrates the surrounding greenery. Bespoke furnishings in black glass and burnt Shou Sugi Ban wood add striking contrast, while the bedroom’s open-plan design and direct garden access foster a tranquil oasis.
