This city home, designed by BodinChapa Architects, is located in the Prawet district of Bangkok, Thailand. Completed in 2021, the MYJ House was constructed on a relatively limited land area, with the unique form of the corner lot informing the architects’ innovative design approach. Emphasizing natural ventilation and light while ensuring privacy, the home’s distinctive shape and material palette – including exposed brick and translucent elements – create a harmonious balance between function and aesthetic.
Oslotre Arkitekter‘s two-villa project on Flesaasveien in Oslo, Norway, showcases a harmonious blend of contemporary design and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape. Boasting a simple yet striking architectural approach, the villas feature a combination of curves and straight lines, offering a refreshing and modern aesthetic. Carefully designed to preserve views from the existing house while providing privacy, the properties maximize natural light and scenic vistas towards the distant fjord.
Beaufort County, South Carolina, is the setting for this stunning Lowcountry home, designed by the acclaimed Frederick + Frederick Architects in 2022. Boasting a resilient and energy-efficient design, this luxurious house is the perfect retreat for enjoying the region’s natural beauty, from sailing and fishing to golf. With a focus on maximizing views, natural light, and sustainable features, this home exemplifies the intersection of style and high performance.
Vibrant hues and contemporary flair come together in the Lisbon House, a stunning apartment designed by folistudio in the heart of Portugal’s capital. This 2023 project celebrates the city’s rich cultural heritage, blending it with a modern aesthetic that caters to a couple who love to entertain. Inspired by the lively spirit of Lisbon and the cinematic vision of Pedro Almodovar, the home is a dynamic space filled with music, dance, and laughter.
This stunning house in Montreal, Canada, designed by the talented team at Le Borgne Rizk Architecture, is a remarkable example of harmonizing old and new. Built in 1911, the beautiful red brick property with its delicate wood cornice had been trapped in the 80s, until the young family who purchased it sought to reconcile the interior and exterior. The resulting transformation opened up the ground floor, creating a seamless dialogue between the kitchen and dining room.
The stunning Endless View house, designed by architect Inon Ben-David, is a minimalist masterpiece nestled in the breathtaking landscape of Kibbutz Gonen, Israel. This two-level, terraced structure seamlessly blends into the natural topography, offering its owners and their young family panoramic views of the Golan Heights, Hula Valley, and Naftali Mountains. With its large openings, natural materials, and neutral color palette, the home perfectly captures the essence of its pristine surroundings.
Tucked in the bustling city of Taichung, Taiwan, the CH Home project by Haven Space Design showcases a modern apartment designed with a speedy construction system. Leveraging a variety of surface materials, paint, and solid wood elements, the designers have crafted a residence that caters to the homeowners’ preferences. This 2024 project exemplifies how innovative construction techniques can deliver stylish and functional living spaces, even with a tight timeline.
Designed by acclaimed architect Gisela Schmoll, the Anderson House in San Francisco, California, represents a captivating blend of contemporary design and historic charm. This meticulously renovated Victorian cottage in the vibrant Bernal Heights neighborhood has been transformed into a modern, light-filled living space tailored to the needs of its residents.
Featuring an open-plan layout, expansive primary suite, and thoughtfully excavated basement, the Anderson House showcases the potential of adaptive reuse in historical contexts, providing a harmonious connection between the past and present.
