The Offset ADU, designed by Byben, is a garage conversion located in Los Angeles. Completed in 2024, the ADU features curved interior and exterior elements, creating a soft and inviting atmosphere. Byben expanded the original garage, offsetting the second level to accommodate zoning envelope requirements and power lines, allowing for features like a roof deck and bike storage.
Fergus Garber Architects created this Palo Alto, California, residence for a family of six by marrying classic and contemporary styles with farmhouse influences. Designed in 2019, the Blending Family house prioritises a sense of closeness while allowing personal spaces.
Symbiotic Parasite is an Ahmedabad residential extension designed by Hsc Designs. The house, crafted by Hiloni Sutaria, melds tradition with contemporary principles for a young couple. Playful and dynamic, it stands out in its gated community, intriguing wildlife and locals alike. The name reflects a structural addition and symbiotic relationship, symbolizing harmonious coexistence with the existing residence. Its design philosophy harnesses natural light to create a serene ambience with practical touches.
Ederlezi is a house in San Pedro Garza García, Mexico, designed by Práctica Arquitectura in 2022. The residence is organized around a narrow plot and features a unique central courtyard that creates two distinct volumes. Its interior comprises rugged reddish tones, reflecting Mediterranean and desert landscapes. A zigzag pattern on the exterior façade aligns with heritage restrictions, integrating classic and contemporary elements. Emphasizing privacy while offering diverse experiences, the design connects users with the surrounding scenery.
Studio Zout Ontwerphuis has designed a contemporary and welcoming interior for Villa Rosmalen in the Netherlands, incorporating innovative materials from Ideal Work. This home features the classic exterior of a countryside cottage, but the interior radiates a modern, industrial vibe. Incorporating Microtopping and Purometallo products, Studio Zout Ontwerphuis ensured the interiors reflect a minimalistic aesthetic, balancing neutral tones with sleek metals.
Shadowbox is a mountain house in Whitefish, United States, designed by The Ranch Mine and completed in 2024. The structure, clad in black metal siding, reflects nearby Rocky Mountains and pine tree bark. Inside, a wood-clad recessed entry leads to the great room with 25-foot ceilings, surrounded by windows for natural light. The design incorporates fire-resistant features to withstand the Wildfire-Urban Interface environment.
Casa PM is a single-family house in Maldonado, Uruguay created by VDV ARQ in 2022. This modern dwelling sits just five kilometers from the ocean and merges beautifully with its semi-rural surroundings. The design innovation underscores an abiding sense of nature’s beauty, as well as the necessity for serenity and purposeful living space.
The Ajisai Hill House, designed by the acclaimed idee architects Vietnam, is a stunning example of modern architecture seamlessly integrated with the natural landscape of Vietnam. Situated on a steep mountain slope, this house measures 1000m2 and has spectacular views of a golf course and Tam Dao mountain range.
The architect’s innovative solution divides the property into two parts so that the highest point contains an upper block for maximum natural lighting and ventilation, while the lower part includes a garage as well as other supportive spaces. The two parts are connected with a dedicated elevator and steel bridge.
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