In 2024, Sara Gelibter Architecte reimagined Felsenburg, a historic house in Biel-Bienne, Switzerland, originally constructed around 1860. An urgent roof renovation served as the catalyst, leading to a design featuring corrugated fiber cement panels and exposed wooden structures.
The project prioritizes economic and ecological considerations, showcasing a collaborative effort between architects and owners, resulting in a space that honors its historical heritage while embracing contemporary design elements.
Emanuele Durola Studio renovated the GSL07 Apartment in Milan, Italy, combining historical elements with contemporary design. Originally inhabited by architect Béla Angelus, the 1950s apartment features preserved terrazzo floors, a marble fireplace, and wood paneling.
Podere Civitella, designed by Hus in 2023, revitalizes a former stable in Talamone, Italy, blending historical Tuscan architecture with contemporary art elements. The renovation prioritizes preserving the building’s original two-aisle layout, integrating three bedrooms and bathrooms outlined by refined curved walls.
Located on Grove Road in Greater London, England, the Kanal House has been updated by William Tozer Associates. Completed in 2024, the project features a modern extension and landscape elements that frame views of the nearby canal. It draws from Italian architect Carlo Scarpa, incorporating unique rooflights and a steel frame finished in intumescent paint.
The Magpie House, designed by DGN Studio in London, UK, underwent a transformation in 2022. The home’s owners, mid-century furniture collectors, tasked the studio with renovating and extending the ground floor. The project expanded to include refurbishing the upper floor, integrating vintage pieces from the clients’ collection. With a focus on spatial planning and natural light, the redesign ensures a cohesive flow and connection to the garden, utilising repurposed materials throughout.
NUA arquitectures has overhauled a narrow plot in Vila-seca, Spain, creating Sandra and Mario’s House with bright and airy interiors. Designed in 2022, the project favours a light volume contrasting the dense urban fabric, incorporating features like skylights and a split-level organisation to enhance space and natural illumination.
Bloot Architecture has renovated and extended a detached house in Lelystad, Netherlands. Designed for a retired couple, this Solitair shack features a freestanding bedroom extension in a “mature” garden setting. It includes materials like corten steel and Viroc panels, alongside glass-walled corners that blend the structure with its natural surroundings.
Designer Malfinio renovated Prague’s E07 Apartment in 2022, infusing contemporary design with historic touches. The apartment’s layout was reconfigured to create a spacious central hub, adding distinct character and vibrancy. The design incorporates unique materials and bold colors, reflecting the client’s lifestyle.
