Designed by Les Archinautes and located in Frymburk, Czech Republic, the Lipno Lakeside Cabin offers a harmonious blend of contemporary architecture and the natural beauty of the Bohemian Forest. This single-story house with an attic was built in 2021, providing the perfect base for nearby mountain sports. The design follows the regional architectural principles, including a rectangular floor plan, compact shape, and a pronounced gable.
In the rolling countryside of Treviso, Italy, Scattola Simeoni Architetti have transformed a former farmhouse into a captivating modern residence. The Casa Piuca project, designed in 2020, seamlessly blends traditional elements like stone frames and a wooden roof with contemporary features, creating a harmonious living space. Large openings frame the surrounding pastoral landscape, while a new orthogonal structure helps to recompose the home’s internal courtyard in a traditional rural style.
Located in Matosinhos, Portugal, Casa da Fonte Velha is a contemporary family home designed by Martins Pimenta – Arquitetura e Construção. This project, completed in 2023, focuses on creating a harmonious living space that seamlessly integrates with the outdoors, providing a perfect environment for hosting friends and family.
Situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Memphremagog in Quebec, Canada, the Rockhaven Country Residence by Figurr Architects Collective is a stunning 4,800-square-foot, four-bedroom house that seamlessly blends modern design with the natural beauty of its surroundings.
Designed in 2023, this house is a retreat that offers unobstructed views of the lake and engages with the surrounding forest, providing the homeowners with a cozy and sophisticated haven.
Naturhumaine [architecture+design] has unveiled a captivating micro-chalet project, La Cime, in the heart of the Canadian wilderness. This 538-square-foot house, designed in 2024, sits atop a densely wooded lot in the village of Sainte-Béatrix, Lanaudière, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding treetops.
Thoughtfully crafted to minimize its environmental impact, the property features a LEED GOLD certification and Novoclimat standards, showcasing the architects’ commitment to sustainability.
Bohlin Cywinski Jackson‘s Henry Island Guesthouse in San Juan County, Washington, is a thoughtful response to evolving a family retreat on a remote location. This 1,350-square-foot addition to a secluded site in the San Juan Islands offers guests immersion within a remarkable natural environment, with a compact linear form, restrained material selection, and strategies for occupant wellbeing.
Luxury and sophistication abound in Penthouse O, a stunning 500 m2 family apartment designed by the renowned firm Destilat in the heart of Vienna, Austria. This two-story penthouse, completed in 2022, showcases a harmonious blend of minimalist elegance and functionality, with an open floor plan that seamlessly flows into expansive terraces and an impressive rooftop garden featuring a pool, outdoor kitchen, and lush greenery.
In the heart of Raipur, India, the Quadrant House by Studio Lotus stands as a testament to contemporary Indian architecture. This multi-generational residence blends nature, light, and a refined aesthetic, offering a comfortable living experience centered around natural materials and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions.
Designed in 2021, the house’s understated contrast with its surroundings creates a captivating visual narrative, weaving in and out of the landscape with a focus on Vastu principles and a vibrant, edible garden.
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