Located in the central region of Israel, this penthouse was purchased as a new-build by a father and his teenage son. Hiring the services of Dorit Sela, a long-standing family acquaintance and the owner of an architecture, planning, and home design studio, the goal was to create an earthy and serene home. With a minimalist design and warm, earthy desert tones, this 160 sqm (1722.2 sq ft) property has a 120 sqm (1291.7 sq ft) balcony, perfect for taking in the stunning views of the area.
Facing the sea and surrounded by a lush green nature reserve, First Line to the Sea is one of the most spectacular homes built in Caesarea, Israel in the last year. Designed by the highly-regarded Israelevitz Architects Office, this two-story house is a contemporary marvel, featuring unique concrete facades and an aeolianite rock motif.
Step inside and you’ll find a monochromatic abode, filled with natural light and stunning views of the sea and park. Read on to discover more about this modern masterpiece!
Step inside Semerey, a stunning vintage-style apartment located on the 4th floor of a historical building in Kyiv, Ukraine. Designed by Rina Lovko Studio in 2022, this luminous space boasts a long, functional hallway, a bright living area with natural textures and determined details, and a beautiful bathroom with a view. Discover the apartment’s meticulous renovation process, vintage furniture pieces, solid wooden doors, and unique bathroom design.
Villa Saudade, a modernist residence in Attard, Malta, is a unique example of how a family of 3 can live in comfort and style within a limited site. Designed by Chris Briffa Architects in 2020, this villa was built around a 100-year-old cypress tree and includes a series of sinuous volumes, a concrete-timber base, and apertures placed on all six sides of the building. By inverting the traditional layout with the sleeping areas located on the lower levels and living areas on the upper levels, the architects provided the family with a cozy and environmentally-friendly home.
The MAJ House in São Paulo, Brazil, designed by Bernardes Arquitetura in 2020, is a two-story residence that stands out for its simplification of material, visual permeability and integration with the tropical garden.
The concrete, eucalyptus glued laminated wood and Siena granite used in its construction, as well as iconic pieces of Brazilian design, bring a cozy atmosphere to the home. The integration of the internal and external space allows the breeze to flow, making it the perfect urban home.
Welcome to the House of Serenity, a traditional Korean house designed by Studio Gaon located in Yangsan-si, South Korea.
This beautiful and elegant house is located in the vicinity of the historic Tongdosa Temple, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and is surrounded by fascinating pine trees and breathtaking landscapes. This house provides a unique relationship to the land with a sense of awe, and features modern lightweight wooden structure to bring out the traditional feeling of Hanok (Korean traditional house) and various gardens to all directions.
Discover an adventure in style and mood at Doma, a stunning stone house located in Valletta, Malta. Designed in 2022 by Chris Briffa Architects, this owner-architect townhouse boasts eight diverse rooms spread over four floors, each with its own identity, yet united by a common, sober concept.
From the oldest masonry ground floor to the newly built Nordic-inspired upper floors facing a sunny terrace, this house is a masterpiece of design and creativity.
Rapunzel World is a newly built visitor center in Legau, Germany, designed by Haascookzemmrich Studio2050.
It was constructed to make Rapunzel’s leitmotif “We make organic out of love” tangible for visitors. The building features a large, floating roof that spans everything and wraps itself around the visitor center like a band, but does not limit inside and outside views. It is a house full of discoveries that invites guests to linger and participate with varied and emotional imparting of knowledge.
