In the heart of Spain, Son Llaneres is a contemporary holiday house designed in 2023 by Jaime Salvá. This cozy retreat creates a unique balance between a connection to nature and modern functionality, seamlessly harmonizing with its surrounding rustic landscape.
Casa Cerros is a house located in the Andes, Colombia, designed by LLANO Arquitectos. This residential masterpiece is a celebration of sustainable living and Colombian architectural innovation. The architecture is characterized by triangular forms and high ceilings, promoting natural ventilation and reducing the need for artificial cooling.
On the slopes of the Estoril Coast in Parede, Portugal, Architailors designed Casa PA in 2023. The house combines a cubish form with an entirely white exterior, resulting in a modern residence that embodies a commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency through details such as the inclusion of strategically position courtyards throughout the interiors, allowing for an abundance of natural light in habitable spaces.
Located at the confluence of two canals, the Windermere House, designed by OSPA Arquitetura & Urbanismo, maximizes the potential of its site in Windermere, Florida, United States. Completed in 2024, this house features a design that allows for a ground floor that is open and highly integrated with the landscape, utilizing a upper volume that appears to hover above a loose wood and stone base.
Cedar Farm in East Hampton, New York, designed by Oza Sabbeth Architects, is a sustainable house characterised by architecture inspired by utilitarian structures typical for the area. The home’s gabled structure and industrial shed roof system both highlight a blend with design features like a porte-cochère and expansive solar panel array for net-zero energy efficiency.
Located on the outskirts of the township of Wanaka, Sundance Rise house has a rural aspect that encouraged an open design, allowing in as much of the view as possible while still shielding the interiors from harsh elements. Designed by Condon Scott Architects, this house features walls and ceilings lined in birch ply, creating a warm interior, while the majority of the exterior showcases local schist stone, Corten steel, and timber weatherboards.
Nestled in Phuoc Tinh, Ba Ria – Vung Tau, Vietnam, Terra Villa is a house designed by NU Architecture & Design in 2024. Thoughtfully crafted, this modern retreat strikes a balance between rustic charm and contemporary comfort, embracing the homeowners’ desire for natural materials. The design incorporates an open layout that maximizes natural light and airflow while creating a safe child-friendly environment, enriched by the soothing simplicity of Wabi Sabi.
Hidden Villa is located in a park-like residential area in the Netherlands that’s been designed by Dutch studio i29, which features a house flooded with natural light. Large glass panels, integrated paving and built-in furniture are all included in the villa’s design, which integrates the interior with the surrounding garden.