The Entre-Copas showroom in São Paulo, Brazil, designed by Armentano Arquitetura (AARQ), creates a synthesis between sophisticated hospitality and the warmth of a domestic setting. The design space reinterprets the kitchen through its shared domestic space that connects its visitors to both nature and the surrounding city. As part of decorating show CASACOR São Paulo 2025, this inviting environment embraces collective use and diverse experiences.
The Ellen Browning Building is a mixed-use residential project located in Portland, Oregon, United States, designed by Hacker in 2024. The building features ten residences and commercial space within a 34,000-square-foot (3,160-square-meter) volume that is clad in terra cotta panels. It is not designed to maximise units but to maximise the quality of urban experience for neighbours.
Situated in Ribeirao Preto, Brazil, Casa Beta exemplifies modern architecture and a seamless flow from inside spaces to the immediate outside world. Designed by Mariana Orsi arquitetura + design and completed in 2024, the residence is characterized by fluid continuity and unfiltered access to nature, creating a tranquil environment within a buzzing metropolis. The home’s contemporary style is defined by large window expanses and a harmonious integration of plants throughout.
In the midst of Madrid, resides Casa Cometa, a shining example of imaginative design curated by Bardo Arquitectura. Built in 2024, this apartment overhaul tackles a distinctive obstacle—an almost caving-in roof. To remedy this issue, the architects suggested the addition of a second level, effectively birthing a new inhabitable area while bolstering structural support.
AFL FNP is an apartment located in Prague, Czech Republic. The apartment features innovative design by Mistovia, characterized by a contemporary aesthetic that harmonizes sleek lines with warm, inviting spaces, capturing the dynamic essence of its historical surroundings. The spacious interiors of AFL FNP allow for a seamless flow of natural light, creating an environment that emphasizes both modernity and comfort.
Raw House is a mixed-use development located in Seoul, South Korea, designed by Order Matter in a strong architectural style. The southern façade frames expansive views of lush foliage, inviting nature inside, while the northern façade creates a buffer from the street. This contrast highlights the bold materiality and clean lines of the structure, establishing a presence that balances openness with privacy.
The Cottage in La Vera is a vacation house located in Extremadura, Spain. Designed by Ábaton, this project blends traditional architecture with contemporary comforts, showcasing respect for the original structure while incorporating modern trends. Surrounded by mountains and forests, the cottage features open living spaces and large windows that bring stunning views of the natural surroundings inside, creating a harmonious connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
House GS, a house located in Cieneguilla, Peru, was completed in 2014 by designer Vicca Verde. The design takes as a reference the typical rammed earth walls of the region: it follows the same construction process but reinterprets it in a contemporary way, using concrete tinted in earth tones. The concrete work is complemented by metal structures that allow for large spans and create the wide sloped roof, with few support points, over the main loft unit.
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