Located in Urla, Turkey, Casa S is a house that underwent a profound transformation from an existing property with a basic envelope. Designed in 2022 by Ofis Vesaire, the luxury residence features a revised structural system that enhances spatial fluidity, blending reinforced concrete with architectural elements. This thoughtful approach redefines the home’s identity, seamlessly merging interior and exterior spaces and creating an oasis-like atmosphere through a carefully selected materials palette.
Villa 95 is located in Sotogrande, Spain, designed by Fran Silvestre Arquitectos and features house real estate. The project is configured through three simple elements that dynamically adapt to the orientation and geometry of the plot, maximizing the relationship between the home and the natural surroundings. Spaces are provided where one can work, exercise, and more, in addition to the belvedere-shaped terrace, an elevated extension of the living area.
Set within Buenos Aires, Argentina, LSA – Lattes Salinas Arquitectos designed Casa Brick in 2023. This residence displays a distinctive combination of sleek lines and conventional brick cladding that departs from typical residential norms.
A welcoming green courtyard frames the entry while effectively delineating the pedestrian and parking zones and hinting at the natural sanctuary that lies within.
In the serene countryside of Pererenan, Indonesia, Alexis Dornier has designed the six-bedroom Akashi Residence. The house is defined by its bold central void, housing a sculptural slide that reimagines typical residential boundaries. The home is a celebration of complexity and creativity, of open space and playful interactivity that embraces a strong connection to nature, echoing the beauty, energy, and freedom of the tropical lifestyle.
Perched on a bluff overlooking a meandering estuary, the Galien River Retreat house in New Buffalo, MI, is designed by Wheeler Kearns Architects, creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere while integrating both modern and serene elements. Expressed glulam structure and weathered gray Accoya wood siding were selected for their ability to weather and wear beautifully over time, while the home offers a calm design response to urban pressures.
The AMEF house is located in São Paulo, Brazil and was designed by Patricia Martinez Architecture. The house, designed in a contemporary barn style, focuses on sustainability and features a biological pool, which utilizes aquatic plants and microorganisms for water treatment. The project emphasises the integration of architecture with the surrounding green area and includes features for accessibility and fluid indoor-outdoor connection, intended to enhance urban design and history.
The house, located in Reus, Spain, was designed in 2023 by Guillem Carrera, reflecting a comprehensive architectural approach that emphasizes passive solar architecture and energy efficiency. Situated within a low-density residential complex surrounded by nature, Casa ON harmonizes family living with professional office space, featuring a distinctive design with four facades that offer varied atmospheric experiences while maintaining visual separations.
Situated in Santa Monica, California, the residence styled “Spanish Revival” and crafted by Ferguson & Shamamian Architects enchants visitors with its deep Mediterranean influences. Built in 2013, this breathtaking abode emerged from a necessity for stability and safety in California’s earthquake-prone zones.
The homeowners shifted from their beloved but imperfect Mediterranean dwelling, adopting a refreshed vision inspired by the captivating villages scattered throughout the Spanish countryside.
