Located in Vancouver, Canada, this house by Burgers Architecture embraces sustainable design without compromising aesthetic appeal. Designed to be both passive and cozy, the home features a layered, multi-level structure with floor-to-ceiling windows that open to the west, maximizing natural light and connecting with the surrounding nature.
Casa Duna, designed by WHALE!, is a dunelike house set on a flat terrain in the town of Tunquén, Chile. Arranged around linear gardens, the house inverts its geometry, with windows and balconies sitting within the interior, leaving the exterior largely unadorned.
Niji House by Patio Livity, located in Tangerang, Indonesia, is a modern home prioritizing comfort and environmental efficiency. Designed in 2024, the house features a central core integrating various elements, including a skylight and koi pond, to enhance natural light and airflow.
DIA – Dittel Architekten has redesigned a Siemens Healthineers office in Hagen, Germany. Completed in 2024, this workspace spans six floors, integrating both production and office areas. The design concept, drawing from the company’s “Healthy Orange” and “Siemens Petrol” colors, emphasizes flexible spatial solutions, a healthy work culture, and comfort.
The City Park Residence by Alterstudio Architecture overlooks downtown Austin from its hillside location. The house is suspended between urban views and a private court, offering a balance of spectacular vistas and intimate spaces. With a u-shaped plan, the home features floor-to-ceiling glazing and thin-cut stone and wood siding.
Porter Architects has transformed an early 20th-century home in Ballarat, Australia, into the Golden Point House. Designed in 2024, the project retains the original front façade and internal rooms, now serving as bedrooms and a kids’ area.
The Hokusutsu Polygon House in Takatsuki-city, Japan, designed by Shintaro Fujiwara, integrates a greenbelt backdrop with a unique polygonal layout. This design obscures interior directionality, strategically framing views of greenery and sky throughout the space.
The exterior features red cedar and contrasting green walls, while the interior walls are painted orange, enhancing the connection to the lush surroundings.
Perched atop a rocky shoreline in Hubbards, Canada, Rockbound by Omar Gandhi Architects serves as a refuge from the outside world. Designed with durable materials that adjust to changing weather patterns, this coastal house features an innovative engineering solution to anchor it firmly amidst its challenging locale.