A stunning country house in Moscow, Russia, designed by Tochka design studio, showcases a luxurious rustic style. Completed in 2021, this home harmonizes wood and stone to create a cozy yet stylish retreat for a young couple.
Located in the picturesque village of Murvica on Croatia’s Island of Brac, Murvica Res(p)ort by Namore offers a modern twist on traditional charm. This 2023 apartment building masterfully blends historic stone structures with contemporary design, creating a serene retreat with breathtaking views of the turquoise Adriatic Sea.
BK House, a stunning family home in Nakhon Pathom, Thailand, showcases the harmonious blend of modern architecture and traditional feng shui principles. Designed by the acclaimed Bangkok-based studio ANONYM, this 1,200-square-metre residence features a captivating square-shaped plan, thoughtfully positioned to respect the client’s feng shui requirements.
The designers’ approach of translating ancient Chinese principles into a tropical context has resulted in a warm, light-filled space that seamlessly integrates nature and modern living.
Butecco’s innovative design for the Nha Tran Villa in Binh Duong, Vietnam, seamlessly blends modern architecture with the serene essence of tropical Asian style. This 375m2 house, designed in 2022, caters to a father of two daughters, providing ample private spaces for the children while fostering a communal living environment. The building’s shape, inspired by rectangular boxes, features a striking façade with a long louvre window system that enhances wind convection and recalls traditional tropical architecture. Carefully selected materials, including rustic gray honeycomb stone and deep brown wood, lend a sense of solidity and peace to the villa.
Culto Interior Design‘s renovation of the Escudellers Apartment in Barcelona, Spain, expertly blends modern functionality with the property’s historic charm. This 200 sqm, 4-bedroom home in the city’s Gothic Quarter seamlessly integrates private spaces and communal family areas, continuing the harmonious design into the 50 sqm patio terrace. Inspired by the Mediterranean outdoor lifestyle, the terrace features a versatile open lounge and a pergola-covered dining area, showcasing the use of local materials and native plants to create a natural, authentic ambiance.
Located along the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, the Carbon Beach House by Olson Kundig is a captivating residential oasis designed to embrace its coastal setting. Raised on a custom-engineered, self-draining pier, this 2023 house frames panoramic ocean vistas while maintaining resilience against high tides and storm surges. An unembellished concrete façade buffers the home from highway noise, revealing a light-filled interior organized around a central courtyard and cactus garden.
Dalarö House, a stunning summer retreat nestled in one of Stockholm’s prime holiday destinations, showcases the exceptional design skills of Olson Kundig.
This 2019 project seamlessly blends with the surrounding Scandinavian landscape, creating a cozy and inviting living experience. Featuring a natural palette of materials, including oak floors, casework, and exposed concrete walls, the house’s architectural language pays homage to the region’s rich design heritage.
Designed by the renowned Wood Marsh Architecture, the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club in Australia captures the rugged essence of the country’s sandstone coastline. Positioned within the dunes, this club building features a unique blend of horizontality and verticality, with a control tower standing as a coastal beacon. The design, driven by a robust and weathered approach to materiality, seamlessly integrates the structure into its natural surroundings, creating a gathering place for the community.