This new family home in Preston, Australia, designed by Steffen Welsch Architects, is a brilliant reinterpretation of a Californian Bungalow that embraces energy efficiency. Featuring a compact footprint and a blend of timber cladding and energy-efficient design, this house melds two distinct architectural styles to create a comfortable and sustainable living space.
Nestled in the historic town of Motovun, Croatia, the captivating Casa Borgo Ventidue showcases a harmonious blend of modern and traditional design. Designed by acclaimed architect Sandro Uzila, this 300-year-old stone house has undergone a meticulous renovation, incorporating local materials with a subtle touch of concrete and steel. Boasting a breathtaking view of the Istrian landscape, this unique residential property offers a seamless integration of the region’s rich heritage and contemporary architectural excellence.
Situated in the heart of New York, the Corwith Residence showcases the exceptional design prowess of Martin Architects. This contemporary house features a thoughtful interplay between indoor and outdoor spaces, seamlessly blending the two through an addition with ceiling-height glazed doors. The conscious decision to expand the driveway has allowed for a meditative bluestone patio and an inground pool with an infinity edge, creating a harmonious retreat from the bustling city.
Situated within the prestigious confines of a renowned golf resort in Christchurch, New Zealand, the captivating Three Gables residence showcases the exceptional design prowess of South Architects Limited. This privately commissioned house, completed in 2019, seamlessly blends its classical gable structures with thoughtfully crafted indoor-outdoor spaces, catering to the needs of a multi-generational family.
Slate House, a new three-level, high-performing, and high-end apartment building in the bayside suburb of Brighton, Melbourne, Australia, was designed by the renowned architecture firm Austin Maynard Architects. Responding to the developers’ brief to create beautiful, thoughtful, refined, and efficient homes, the design is a careful articulation of built form that fits gently within the street’s character, sensitive to the size and presence of neighboring properties.
This captivating project by IDEOLOGIST Bureau in Moscow, Russia, takes inspiration from the Japanese concept of “nisetai jutaku,” or dual family homes, to create a harmonious and adaptable living space. Designed in 2021, the house seamlessly merges two contemporary residences, offering both communal living and individual privacy. With strategic use of natural light, warm lighting, and a minimalist aesthetic, the design evokes the timeless aesthetics of Japanese architecture while prioritizing functionality and well-being.
Located in Austin, Texas, the Water’s Edge Residence, designed by A Parallel Architecture in 2021, is a house that defies the typical lakeside development formula. With a focus on value, durability, and experience, this project offers a refreshing alternative to the grandeur and ostentation often found in the region’s high-end properties.
Situated on the shores of Lake Austin, the home celebrates connectivity to the water and provides flexible public spaces for the owners’ charitable endeavors.
This innovative Net Zero Home, designed by Martin Architects in New York, NY, offers a striking example of sustainable design. The project, completed in 2019, features a modular steel shell and a unique “T” layout that overcomes site restrictions and cost considerations. The open-concept public living area is complemented by a second-floor studio, accessible via a dynamic staircase. This house exemplifies the balance between functional design and environmental responsibility, making it a standout in the world of sustainable architecture.
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