Casa Acerbis in Albino, Italy is a captivating project that seamlessly blends public and private spaces. Designed by the renowned duo Gabriele & Oscar Buratti in 2023, this house showcases a unique “typological hybridization,” merging the traditional architecture of the historic town center with the modern concept of a private villa.
The design completes the facade along the piazza, reinterpreting classic elements, while the inner courtyard transforms into a secluded garden oasis, creating a harmonious balance between the urban and the domestic. Visitors to this exceptional residence will be enchanted by the interplay of light, materiality, and the thoughtful articulation of spaces that define this remarkable Italian home.
In St.Petersburg, Russia, a captivating home by Horomy Studio seamlessly blends into the edge of a lush forest, offering its residents a remarkable connection to nature. This 2023 house project, situated along the Finnish Gulf, showcases a clever design that maximizes panoramic views while integrating discreet high-tech engineering for exceptional functionality and efficiency.
This contemporary extension in the Netherlands’ famous De Zilk floral region seamlessly blends the old and the new. Designed by Derksen Windt Architecten in 2016, the project skillfully connects the existing house with its surrounding garden and bulb fields through a distinctive, precisely detailed addition.
By carefully composing openings, walls, and proportions, the architects created a smooth, immersive transition from the interior to the exterior, allowing the clients to fully experience the outdoor landscape.
Instinto Estudio, the renowned architecture firm, has unveiled two stunning villas nestled in the breathtaking coastal region of Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Designed in 2024, Villa Elu and Villa Nalani seamlessly blend modern elegance with the natural charm of the surrounding landscape.
Featuring glass, honey-colored wood, and open spaces, these captivating houses offer an immersive experience that harmonizes with the lush tropical setting.
Derksen Windt Architecten‘s Concrete Split-level House in Capelle aan den IJssel, Netherlands, showcases a masterful design that transforms a typical Dutch terraced house into a sculptural, light-filled home.
Blending robust materials like fair-faced concrete with innovative wooden floors, this 2020 project creates a refined, sustainable living experience within a characteristic building envelope.
Nestled in the dense, forested hills of Hobart, Australia, the Taroona House by Archier offers a captivating fusion of modern design and immersion in the rugged Tasmanian landscape. This innovative house features a three-structure layout that adapts to the clients’ needs, minimizing energy usage while providing panoramic views of the surrounding bushland and Derwent River.
Archier‘s Off Grid House in regional Victoria, Australia, is a stunning example of sustainable, family-focused design. Commissioned by clients seeking to reconnect with the cherished landscape, this 2023 project celebrates the region’s natural beauty and supports the needs of an extended family. Designed as a modern interpretation of a civic meeting place, the home features a striking gabled roofline that captures panoramic views, while its thoughtful use of Australian hardwood throughout creates a rich, textural experience.
The Boulevard, a stunning four-bedroom house designed by Archier in Ivanhoe, Australia, seamlessly integrates with its surrounding Yarra Flats parklands. Embracing the site’s steep topography, this predominantly underground dwelling maximizes the landscape, concealing its structure and extending the natural environment into the home. With an emphasis on sustainability and connection to nature, The Boulevard offers a spacious and efficient living experience for its family of five.
