La Clara is a breathtaking loft crafted by CRÜ in 2021. This endeavor distinguishes itself through its groundbreaking methods regarding both spatial arrangement and material choice. By excavating an antiquated establishment, CRÜ metamorphosed a chaotic inner block into a tranquil residential haven. The quintessence of the design mirrors a sharp perception of both functionality and aesthetics.
The Casa Canal by Daiber & Aceituno Architects is a wooden house in Frutillar, Chile. Its design focuses on functionality, sustainability, and connecting with the rural landscape. The project features two main volumes, separated by a corridor, that distinctively divide the social and private areas. Key elements include a covered patio and an efficient rainwater-collecting roof.
Emphasising austerity and adaptability, the house embraces its surroundings while providing a versatile living space.
Designed by Yalın Tasarım Architecture, the Veranda Turgutreis House in Bodrum is one of seven private units. Completed in 2020, this house features large windows that offer sweeping views of the Aegean Sea, providing a natural retreat from urban life.
Autori has completed a vacation home in Bale, Croatia. Called Istria House, the residence features low, sprawling structures that blend into the landscape. Drawing inspiration from old towns, the design includes overlapping volumes, roofed courtyards, and atriums.
Design by AD has completed a house renovation and expansion in Melbourne, Australia. Shot Tower Terrace combines Victorian-era details with modern elements, respecting the original workers’ cottage proportions. Designed in 2023, the project restores and updates the home for contemporary living.
Oratge House, designed by KVPA Kokudev Padilla Arquitectura, is a 2023 project in Barcelona, Spain. Nestled in the Montseny Natural Park, this house for a young family emphasizes outdoor living with exceptional mountain views. Using local materials like lime mortar and pine wood, the house incorporates green facades and sustainable elements, achieving comfort without air conditioning.
Philipp Architekten designed Villa Fröschle on a hillside in Heilbronn, Germany. The three-story house, designed in 2020, features loft-like living spaces elevated above a garden atrium with a pool and a movable wooden deck. Architect Anna Philipp aimed to create a modern treehouse feel by placing key living areas on the first floor, away from the street’s hustle.
Set against the striking backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, Vipp Todos Santos in Mexico is a guesthouse designed by PPAA Pérez Palacios Arquitectos Asociados completed in 2024. This 350-square-metre house features a sophisticated blend of Mexican and Scandinavian design traditions.