Forest House sits in Warsaw, Poland, a single-family house by 81.WAW.PL that leans into the surrounding pines. The exterior wears dark stone and slate, while recessed timber niches temper the weight with light and warmth. Inside, the plan stretches toward a covered terrace and uses glazing to pull the landscape through the rooms, giving daily life a steady link to the forest edge.
Fidalga Penthouse sits in São Paulo, Brazil, where Gurgel D’Alfonso Arquitetura turns a duplex apartment into a lively home for a young family tied to food and hosting. The project rewrites the plan around a working kitchen fit for filming and everyday meals, then carries a tactile mix of materials through living areas and up to quieter rooms under a gabled roof. It feels purposeful and warm.
Taipa House sits in Brasília, Brazil, a single-story house by Valéria Gontijo + Arquitetos shaped by raw earth and a tight, convivial plan. The project, designed in 2024 for a sloped site with views of Lake Paranoá, balances compact living with tactile craft. Warm materials, measured ceilings, and an L-shaped layout anchor a retreat built for easy gatherings and daily use.
Villa Rosita sits in Livorno, Italy, a house reimagined by MODO architettura + design. The project merges three former residences into one private villa, renewing both interiors and grounds. Clean lines, a neutral palette, and a lush garden set the tone, while classical pieces anchor the contemporary overhaul. It’s a coastal home with poise and a clear point of view.
North South House sits on a ridge in San Juan County, WA, United States, with Allied8 behind the 1,300 SF cabin’s measured footprint and lift. The house is a compact retreat for three generations, shaped by north–south outlooks and a precise structural strategy. Its long gable holds living and sleeping rooms that open to forest light, while a steel moment frame touches the land at only six points.
JF Residence anchors a two-level house in São Paulo, Brazil, by KG Studio. Set within a condominium in São José do Rio Preto, the project organizes 600m² (6,458 sq ft) of living across a gently sloped site with an eye toward convivial, day-to-day rhythms. The architecture and interior planning lean on natural materials and a measured plan, creating rooms that gather family life without losing privacy.
SE Apartment anchors a 500m² renovation in São Paulo, Brazil, led by KG Studio for a couple entering a new chapter. The apartment opens its social core, tying a gallery-like entry to a generous balcony framed by treetops and skyline. Oak-clad walls and ceiling accents soften the light and hide systems, while restored classics and new pieces create an easy dialogue between daily life and hosting.
Small homes can be cozy, efficient, and charming — but they can also feel cramped if they’re not designed thoughtfully. As we move into 2025, homeowners are looking for creative remodeling solutions that maximize square footage without sacrificing style or comfort.
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