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.
At Every Elevation, nestled in a prime neighborhood of Rishon LeZion, Israel, showcases Dorit Weinbren‘s modern design. The house features clean geometric lines, monochromatic tones, and a seamless blend of natural and industrial materials. This sophisticated four-level home, centered around an architectural staircase, offers an expansive, light-filled living environment for a family.
In the picturesque canton of Aargau, Switzerland, Tormen Architekten has designed an exquisite three-story residence that seamlessly blends with the surrounding landscape. House Riken, completed in 2024, boasts a breathtaking panoramic view of the Jura mountain range, thanks to its strategic orientation on a northern slope. The private retreat features a covered lounge area and an exposed concrete pool, while the ground floor offers a spacious living area with panoramic glazing, providing an inviting and harmonious living experience.
Situated in the northern suburbs of Athens, Greece, the Scale House by Kipseli Architects is a captivating three-storey villa that reinterprets the classic house archetype. Designed in 2023, this contemporary residence showcases a harmonious balance between necessity and desire, blending exposed concrete and charred wood with a sense of spatial hierarchy and order.
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.
Designed by renowned Brazilian architecture firm Bernardes Arquitetura, the Triangulo House in São Paulo showcases a captivating interplay of concrete, glass, and natural light. This contemporary house features a distinctive triangular volume resting atop four concrete walls, a result of the unique shape of the terrain and strategic solar orientation. The dynamic design, completed in 2016, employs a metallic lattice to enable the striking cantilevered first floor, creating a visually striking and functionally impressive residential retreat.
In the coastal community of Bridgehampton, United States, a formally innovative home by Steven Harris Architects redefines oceanfront living. Referencing the work of modernist masters like Oscar Niemeyer and Roberto Burle Marx, this 2022 house strategically places its public spaces on the second floor to maximize panoramic ocean views, while a sculptural pavilion-turned-reflecting-pool draws the sea even closer. Sustainable materials, energy-efficient design, and integrated landscaping make this Bridgehampton Beach House a celebration of art, nature, and responsible architecture.
Situated in the lush, tropical paradise of Kauai, Hawaii, the Wahi Lani house is a stunning architectural masterpiece designed by the talented Walker Warner. Blending seamlessly with its natural surroundings, this modern gem features a U-shaped form crowned by a sloping shed roof, accentuated by clerestory windows and floor-to-ceiling glass. The home’s heart lies within a captivating courtyard and lanai, where the charred wood walls create an interplay of light and shadow, blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor living.