Situated at the southern end of stunning Lake Hawea in New Zealand’s South Island, The View House features design by Mark John Warren. Built around an internal courtyard with a retractable louvre roof, this house is a multi-generational holiday home designed to celebrate the amazing views, with materials and detailing creating a calm and serene environment for soaking in the breathtaking surroundings.
Located in San José del Cabo, Mexico, IMA House is a house designed by Ezequiel Farca Studio in 2020. This property ombines large concrete walls and patios, creating an atmosphere of serenity and fostering a strong connection with surrounding nature and the ocean, while encouraging natural light and cross ventilation.
Nestled in Seattle, Washington, the Ballard Passive House serves as a prime example showcasing forward-thinking design and eco-friendliness. Brought to fruition in the summer of 2019 by First Lamp Architects, this abode epitomizes the standards established by the Passive House Institute. Its architectural design marries state-of-the-art technology with painstaking construction techniques, resulting in a residence that is both energy-savvy and inviting.
Casa TH is a house designed by Dinamita Taller, located in Guadalajara, Mexico. The compact residence employs a double-height opening and landscaped basement to leverage natural light. The designers emphasized a harmonious material palette of frameworks, polished concrete and exposed walls, creating seamless visual connections between interiors and outdoors.
A new home construction project in Chicago, IL, Terrace House transforms outdoor living with open-air spaces and careful landscaping. Designed by Moss Design, the house artfully integrates nature with expansive sliding doors and a central courtyard featuring a fully equipped kitchen. Enhancing the celebration of nature and cooking, the property benefits from custom stainless steel elements that provide durability within nature-centric, transitional spaces.
Built in 1979, this condo is one of four in a development designed by prominent Pacific Northwest architect Gordon Walker. The project sought to build upon Walker’s legacy, merging the essence of Pacific Northwest design with the owner’s unique experiences and tastes. Balancing respect for Walker’s architectural legacy with the needs of modern living, the remodel emphasizes open but defined spaces, abundant natural light, and elements of Japanese and Korean design.
Situated in Flagstaff, Arizona, Malapai Tower House is a residence that exists in “harmonious symbiosis” with its surroundings. Designed by The Ranch Mine in 2022, the house has a double-height living space that opens onto a patio with 180-degree views of the surrounding forest populated with mountain lions, black bears, and elk. A nearby three-story lookout tower serves as a sentinel for wildlife sightings and potential forest fires.
Set within a tranquil woodland near Vilnius, Lithuania, A Quiet Escape into Nature is a 250 sq. m. holiday home designed in 2025 by Kristina Pundė. This interior design project involves a chic and contemporary style, revealing the unique architecture of the house while creating a serene and sophisticated atmosphere that fosters a sense of tranquillity.