Embark on a journey through Casa Mquadro, where traditional Salento architecture meets innovative design. In Casarano, Italy, a town celebrated for its cultural heritage, Velz: Architetti has transformed a classic home into a beacon of contemporary living.
This 2023 redesign breathes new life into classic spaces, integrating an open-plan living area with natural light enhancements and local materials. Delve into an abode where bold colors, reflective surfaces, and strategic use of space redefine modern elegance in a historic setting.
Embracing modern living harmoniously intertwined with nature, Villa A. stands as a testament to Paul de Ruiter Architects‘ commitment to sustainability and elegant design. Nestled among the dunes of Aerdenhout, Netherlands, this energy-neutral home merges effortlessly with the serene Natura2000 reserve.
With a clear focus on a family-friendly layout, the villa provides a private space for each of its inhabitants while ensuring the dwelling remains cozy and welcoming as the years go by. The unique architectural design respects the existing pine trees and the natural topography, creating a living experience that feels like an extension of the forest itself.
In the serene outskirts of Vienna, Haus Max emerges as a haven for creativity and family life. Designed by Caramel Architekten in 2023, this house-turned-retreat fuses contemporary timber construction with sustainable elements, including integrated PV panels and a heat pump for near self-sufficiency.
It showcases a unique stacking of living spaces, with an expansive artist’s studio at its core, and connects its inhabitants to nature through terraces that invite the surrounding greenery in. It’s a masterful reinterpretation of the traditional gable-roofed houses of the area, presenting a discreet street presence that unfolds into a bold, open embrace of the landscape.
Discover the seamless melding of heritage and innovation at Hawthorn Gable House, Australia, where Splinter Society has crafted a contemporary haven for a bustling young family.
Here, the time-honored beauty of an interwar home is thoughtfully preserved while speaking a modern architectural language. This home embodies financial and environmental prudence without sacrificing functionality or aesthetic grace. It stands as a testament to a design that celebrates light and space, integrating history with a bold, contemporary outlook.
In the heart of the Buchlyvie Conservation Area in Stirlingshire, UK, Origami House unveils a modern extension that breathes life into an older family cottage. Designed by Loader Monteith in 2021, this project masterfully marries traditional architecture with a burst of contemporary flair.
With an emphasis on natural light and open spaces, the extension blends seamless functionality with aesthetic beauty, offering the family a renewed connection to their verdant garden.
In the heart of Amsterdam, along the historic Nieuwe Herengracht, lies a clandestine gem: NH25. Concealed behind a grand double garage door of a 17th-century canal house, this industrial loft by Standard Studio – Amsterdam illuminates the genius of design.
Uniquely built in a former courtyard bereft of windows, the loft showcases a masterfully designed patio, radiating daylight throughout its open yet intimate spaces, highlighted by an eye-catching Eginstill kitchen.
Dive into the architectural marvel of Casa 1945 by Nordest Arquitectura. Tucked in the old fishing town of Tamariu, Spain, known for its rocky coves and rugged charm, this modern house intertwines elegance with functionality. Overlooking the picturesque Tamariu Cove, this residence effortlessly combines traditional finishes with contemporary design elements, echoing the harmony of its coastal backdrop.
In Glasgow’s Lenzie Conservation Area, Loader Monteith has masterfully transformed a Victorian merchant’s house. Named The Maker’s House, this traditional-style property boasts a modern black timber-clad extension, complete with a dedicated pottery studio. Blending the old with the new, the house showcases an artful balance between Victorian charm and modern living, all while prioritizing sustainability and the future needs of its inhabitants.
