The two villas on Flesaasveien are situated in a residential neighborhood to the north of Oslo, Norway. Designed by Oslotre Arkitekter in 2021, the houses boast a refreshing yet modern aesthetic characterized by a combination of curves and straight lines. The villas feature an exterior clad in untreated heartwood pine and interiors constructed using Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT), creating a warm organic atmosphere. They are meticulously landscaped with native flora to support local biodiversity.
Set on a sandstone cliff in Sydney, Australia, Casaballin is a house designed by buck&simple. Architects in 2024. The residence, a pavilion, has been meticulously reinterpreted to encompass contemporary life while paying tribute to its original architectural intent. By embracing the past while thoughtfully adapting for the present, the home now embodies a seamless dialogue between architecture, landscape, and family living.
Suite 305 is an apartment located in Montreal, Canada, designed by MU Architecture in 2023. As part of an ambitious renovation project, this suite, occupying the top two floors of a historic building in Montreal’s Old Port, has been transformed into a space where modernity and architectural heritage harmoniously converge. The goal was to highlight the original structural elements while integrating contemporary volumes and materials.
Located in Milano, Italy, Casa CB is a soothing apartment designed in 2018 by KICK.OFFICE. This project showcases a blend of contemporary style with historic influences, highlighted by meticulously selected furnishings. Red hues punctuate the spaces, and restored parquet floors harmonize with gray terrazzo, creating an interesting dialogue. Vintage and contemporary pieces add an authentic touch, resulting in a sophisticated living experience that beautifully interconnects time and style.
The living space of the CASA FL apartment in Milano, Italy, results from the design of KICK.OFFICE, who completed the project in 2022. This dwelling, located inside a prestigious late nineteenth-century building, reflects a timeless aesthetic with a contemporary approach. The interior architecture integrates elements from different eras, while respecting the apartment’s original features, providing a unique and thoughtful experience for the occupants and visitors alike.
Set in Ottawa, Canada, the Lakehouse is a house designed by Shean Architects. Designed in 2022, this extraordinary intervention to a Mock Tudor residence elevates natural light while retaining essential privacy. The brilliant subtraction of space at the house’s centre fosters a welcoming ambiance, connecting traditional elements with modern glass enhancements.
Located in Telchac Puerto, Mexico, the house by Ápiron offers a private coastal retreat. Designed in 2022, it features a stone base supporting a polished concrete volume, maximizing privacy and sea views. The structure integrates local Toh stone and a distinctive “bajareque” lattice. Its 370-square-meter layout includes interactive social spaces on the ground floor and family rooms above, blending grey tones with wood and natural fibers.
In the Szerokie district of Lublin, Poland, SAAN Architekci designed the Szerokie Możliwości Activity Center as a public space that fosters integration and supports local initiatives, meetings, recreational activities, and intergenerational engagement. The space, including a workspace, children’s play corner, kitchenette, and multifunctional zone, serves many different functions depending on users’ needs, featuring a design inspired by local history and landscape with a natural and welcoming atmosphere.
