The Avondale Residence in Houston’s historic Avondale neighborhood was renovated by HR Design Dept. The 1910 Craftsman house, once belonging to Texas Governor Ross Sterling, was restored to balance history with modern details. Enhancements include a second-floor skylight and scalloped wood screens, pairing with the owners’ antique Indian furniture collection.
Feldman Architecture has completed Guzhai, a biophilic house nestled amidst mature trees and vegetation on a private flag lot in Los Altos Hills, California. The structure features two perpendicularly layered forms, with the second floor lightly floating above a grove of mature oaks, offering views of the San Francisco Bay. The L-shaped configuration encloses a protected courtyard and pool, enhancing the indoor-outdoor living experience.
ARK Architects delivered on their promise to create “a dream home” with Villa Tierra that’s located inland from the Costa del Sol and even more breathtaking. The stunning villa stands out for Villa Tierra‘s earthy color called “Marrón Ralfe”, which derives from the neighboring land, and offers serious style inspo sourced directly from nature. Here, a behind-the-scenes look at how it all came together, and how the awe-inspiring home celebrates Sotogrande and its stunning surroundings.
Spanish studio ARK Architects has completed a minimalist residence encased in staircases to preserve ancient trees on the plot in Benahavís, Spain. Named Villa Kaizen, the home fits snugly between several leafy trees. The name “kaizen” translates from Japanese to mean “improvement” and refers to the home’s strict minimalism, which nods to archetypal Andalusian villas.
Trivikramalaya Residence by AND Studio is a climate-responsive home located in Jaipur, India. Designed in 2024, this 15,000-square-foot residence incorporates natural light as a key element, using skylights, deep fenestrations and strategic openings to maintain a cool atmosphere.
Lean-Three is a three-volume home designed by architect Cavin Costello of The Ranch Mine. Located in Durango, Colorado, the house takes inspiration from the straightforward design of lean-to structures. It was designed for clients who enjoy outdoor activities, biking, and cooking.
Bespoke Architects designed the “Sky Base One” house in Lagoa, Portugal, in 2023. The villa takes inspiration from science fiction cinema and traditional Taoism, emphasizing a balance with nature. It features elevated social spaces and a dynamic relationship with the elevated swimming pool, creating a unique architectural form.
In 2023, design studio Stu.dere completed a contemporary house in Amarante, Portugal. Áurea housing features a unique design based on the golden ratio, creating spaces within the house that flow naturally. It includes geometric rectangles to divide the social and private areas.
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