In one of the most picturesque areas of Athens, Glyfada, a residential building, stands out with its distinctive design, representing a unique architectural language. Seashore Rise redefines the boundaries of integration into the urban fabric. The design by 314 architecture studio draws inspiration from the sea, and this is captured in a flowing way. As stated by the architectural firm, “the project stands as an experiment, both in terms of construction and the space the architecture takes in the city.”
Nestled in one of the most exclusive areas of Quinta do Lago, this six-suite S. Lorenzo Private Villa constructed in 2025 showcases the signature design of Vanderbuilt Design Group. Designed with striking architecture, the residence melds expansive outdoor areas with vibrant interiors. Curved features and bold colors create a seamless conversation between space and structure, redefining luxury living with an emphasis on bold aesthetics and personality.
The late 1950s Restelo MGR House in Lisbon, Portugal, has been refurbished and extended by João Tiago Aguiar Arquitectos. The project blends mid-century modernist sensibilities with contemporary design principles. The extension includes a new attic level, clad in slatted white lacquered aluminium, providing panoramic views.
Nestled in Lisbon, Portugal, the House in Lapa embodies a seamless blend of heritage and contemporary aesthetics. Designed by BAK GORDON arquitectos, this residential project artfully balances tradition and modernity while fostering family cohesion. Spanning multiple generations, the building showcases a connected yet private interior, where warm materials, spacious layouts, and abundant natural light create a welcoming atmosphere within this vibrant urban landscape.
Casa Patios, a house designed by Remyarchitects, is located in Pilar, Argentina. Completed in 2024, the residence emphasizes indoor-outdoor connections, utilizing strategically placed patios to enhance natural light and cross ventilation. The design features an open-plan social area surrounded by multiple courtyards, and a gallery that seamlessly connects interior and exterior spaces.
Rachcoff Vella Architecture completed Silverlinings, a minimal house in Melbourne, Australia, that combines robust materials with a restrained design. Overlooking the bayside beach, the home’s architectural approach emphasizes simplicity and meticulous detailing, evident in the use of a limited palette of materials such as concrete, brass, and white oak. Silverlinings offers a harmonious blend of raw elegance and contemporary design, providing a warm and inviting space for family living.
Fran Silvestre Arquitectos has designed a House in Sotogrande, Spain, characterised by its glass walls and expansive shady canopy. The house, completed in 2024, incorporates a thermal insulation system using water, which regulates temperature and adds acoustic insulation. Silvestre utilised wooden elements inside the home, lending it a warm, homely feel, enhanced further by the natural light let in through the expansive use of glazing and a number of skylights, which allow for views of the roof.
Christos Pavlou Architecture designed House with Courtyards on the borders of the village of Deftera in Cyprus in 2021.
The design incorporates traditional Cypriot house typology with patios and preserve native flora. The volume of this two-story house is divided into two parts, integrating three large courtyards in-between and side by side.
