Balwyn House exemplifies contemporary architectural design, featuring a modern aesthetic and a bold monochrome color scheme. Designed in 2023 by C. Kairouz Architects, this family residence balances a dynamic facade of tiered volumes with an open floor plan.
Situated in Balwyn North, Australia, the residence integrates high-quality materials, abundant natural light, and a subtle interior palette that highlights its surrounding landscape, drawing inspiration from modern Japanese design and wabi-sabi principles.
Suprematism is a Kyiv apartment designed in 2024 by DIHOME that draws inspiration from the Ukrainian avant-garde. It features bold planning ideas, unique materials like glass blocks, and vibrant colors to create a modern, bright space.
Nestled in Bassano del Grappa, Italy, the abode featuring South Bridge Vantage showcases a modern aesthetic with historical allure. The apartment, designed in 2024 by Dario Scanavacca of ds_A Architettura, features a bold steel staircase that connects the two levels, preserving the existing architecture while adding a lightweight touch. With the Ponte Vecchio merely steps away, this residence offers expansive views of the Brenta River, infusing elegance into everyday living.
The Hedges Residence, designed by B.E. Architecture, is located in Mermaid Beach, Australia. Finished in 2024, the house overlooks one of Queensland’s iconic beaches. Constructed with a minimalistic approach, it features planked concrete, oak, and rough-sawn travertine, bringing a warm, natural aesthetic to the interior and exterior.
Spanning three levels, the residence includes a yoga and gymnasium space, along with car parking and storage, creating a relaxing and calming environment distinct from typical minimalistic designs.
StudioVA Arquitetos, led by principal architect Vinicius Almeida, designed the Ricardo Home apartment in São Paulo, Brazil, in 2024. The project emphasizes urban aesthetics and integrated spaces, blending exposed concrete with wooden and porcelain flooring. Key features include custom carpentry, modular seating, and a distinct kitchen-dining area. The apartment serves as both a personal retreat and a welcoming space for entertaining friends and family.
The found Object apartment exemplifies the “Reclaimed Material” design philosophy by William Tozer Associates. Located in the United Kingdom, this apartment reveals unique industrial features. The iron beams and soaring ceilings associate it with its past, while raw materials such as concrete, brick, and steel communicate its history. Modern elements offer contrast and narrative layers, blending textures and stimulating interest through visual discovery and storytelling to create a cohesive interior environment.
Z Ø is a house designed by Beta Ø located in Madrid, Spain. The contemporary dwelling features living quarters facing a garden, which serves as the green heart of the home. During its 2023 design phase, the original concrete structure was exposed, inviting natural light indoors. Minimal furniture design, using polished metal, wood, and stone, further helped create a refined atmosphere in this remarkable living space.
Concordia Design in Poznań, Poland, has been transformed into serviced offices by architectural firm Bidermann+Wide. Originally a 1910 printing house, the structure underwent a significant redesign, focusing on sustainability and local craftsmanship. The project prioritised preserving existing materials, incorporating daylight-sensitive lighting, and promoting Polish design. Bidermann+Wide emphasised creating healthy, aesthetically pleasing spaces, aligning with their proprietary Future-Conscious Design approach.
Concordia Design now balances historical architecture with a modern, homely atmosphere, serving as a testament to thoughtful planning and creative ingenuity.
