Tucked away in Seattle’s Phinney Ridge neighborhood, surrounded by old-growth trees, is the reimagined two-story home of a young family of four. Dubbed Phinney Mini for its compact footprint and idyllic location, the 1,665 square-foot (155 m2) house was designed by Best Practice Architecture to be a functional, modern and exquisitely detailed living space that celebrates the family’s heritage.
The Best Practice team achieved this by removing the interior walls of the main level and introducing two organizing elements, an entry box and an oak box, that house necessary domestic functions in an elegant and bespoke fashion. In addition, they designed a generous family room, a detached work-from-home office and a pocket door leading to a bathroom with a traditional Japanese soaking tub. Thanks to Best Practice’s expertise, Phinney Mini is now a charming and luxurious home that will be cherished for years to come.
The Black Barn, designed by Studio REDD and Studio] [Space Architecten, is a brand-new office space located in Goirle, Netherlands.
This remarkable building, built in 2021, is a stunning example of contemporary design. Its abstract black-stained wooden facades and zinc roof blend seamlessly with the historic ribbon development and the beautiful landscape behind it. Inside, the BARN features an understated, open interior that is divided by a large closet that runs through the entire studio. This modern office also provides space for flora and fauna, thanks to numerous nest boxes incorporated into its facade.
The front door is crucial to your home because it can give your visitors great first impressions. People will always marvel at your elegant style if you install a door that matches your house’s architectural design. The perfect door can also make your home energy efficient and safeguard the interiors from damaging weather elements.
Facing the sea and surrounded by a lush green nature reserve, First Line to the Sea is one of the most spectacular homes built in Caesarea, Israel in the last year. Designed by the highly-regarded Israelevitz Architects Office, this two-story house is a contemporary marvel, featuring unique concrete facades and an aeolianite rock motif.
Step inside and you’ll find a monochromatic abode, filled with natural light and stunning views of the sea and park. Read on to discover more about this modern masterpiece!
Your home is indeed a peaceful oasis, and you should do everything in your power to make it extra comfortable. Once the busy working day is over, you will find yourself running home to rest. This is just one of many reasons why you should always tend to make your home a comfort zone, the place where rest is possible. You can always achieve the next level of comfort, and we have prepared a list of things that will help you improve the comfort of your home in no time.
Set in a landscape of vineyards and wooded areas in the heart of Monferrato, Italy, Atelier Lavit‘s eco-lodge hotel, Lilelo – Little Leisure Lodge, is a village of four independent wood and glass cabins.
Designed in 2022 with an eye on sustainability and energy efficiency, the cabins blend perfectly with their natural setting offering guests a refuge that ensures privacy, while also offering the option of entertaining other guests.
Welcome to the House of Serenity, a traditional Korean house designed by Studio Gaon located in Yangsan-si, South Korea.
This beautiful and elegant house is located in the vicinity of the historic Tongdosa Temple, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and is surrounded by fascinating pine trees and breathtaking landscapes. This house provides a unique relationship to the land with a sense of awe, and features modern lightweight wooden structure to bring out the traditional feeling of Hanok (Korean traditional house) and various gardens to all directions.
Discover an adventure in style and mood at Doma, a stunning stone house located in Valletta, Malta. Designed in 2022 by Chris Briffa Architects, this owner-architect townhouse boasts eight diverse rooms spread over four floors, each with its own identity, yet united by a common, sober concept.
From the oldest masonry ground floor to the newly built Nordic-inspired upper floors facing a sunny terrace, this house is a masterpiece of design and creativity.
