Set on Portugal’s Costa Vicentina near the town of Aljezur, Casa do Sul is a white block with an L-shaped plan that embraces its setting while opening up to farmlands and the ocean. Distinção and Serra round out the home’s mix of warm woods and natural tan hues. Both names reference an Alentejo word for slope and are characterized by sloping shapes – the furnishings are inspired by the “easy-going beach life of the musicians, surfers, and farmers who call Costa Vicentina home”.
Located in Punta Negra (Carrilleros), Mexico, Kupuri 27 is a sanctuary designed by Módica Ledezma that employs rustic materials in a blend with nature. Indoor and outdoor spaces resonate through crafted spaces that celebrate minimalism, adorned with their ochre flooring and clay-tiled surfaces, while the direct connection to the tropical garden and the sweeping view of the Pacific Coast remain ever-present.
Located in Paju-si, South Korea, the Paju ‘Mokha(木下)’ house designed by UTAA showcases an avant-garde exterior that harmonizes modern and traditional design elements. Notable for its inviting courtyard, cubical forms, and wooden overhang, this dwelling has a spacious interior prioritizing natural illumination. The seamless flow between chic dining and kitchen areas, along with a cozy living space, creates a tranquil atmosphere enhanced by expansive windows and tailored design details.
The Longwood ADU exemplifies innovative residential design, merging functionality with aesthetic allure. Designed by Patrick TIGHE Architecture, the dwelling reimagines urban living in Los Angeles, CA, with a distinctive open plan, soaring cedar-clad ceilings, and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions. The 1,200 sq ft space features polished concrete floors and a sliding glass wall, creating a harmonious link to the surrounding environment and offering a tranquil retreat from city life.
Casa Xecua in Guasca, Colombia, was designed in 2022 by Yemail Arquitectura. The wooden cabin features an orthogonal volume oriented toward distant views, with living spaces extending over an outdoor deck. Constructed with tecumani pine and annealed clay roof tiles, the cabin reflects a primitive aesthetic and houses bedrooms that end in boxes for privacy.
The Oeiras House is a residence in Lisbon, Portugal, designed by the architecture studio OODA in 2024. The project was shaped by the size of the site and existing natural elements, ensuring a seamless connection between the interior and the surrounding environment. A rationalistic geometry is employed, emphasising the architectural and environmental values.
Presenting Huho’s Extension in Plombières, Belgium, conceptualized by Crahayjamaigne Architectes, this house addition interlaces effortlessly with its backdrop, providing a transformative journey for its residents. This project features a connection to the garden, the usage of a central kitchen and a complementary renovation of the existing home for reimagined living.
Casa CG is a cork-clad house in Creixell, Spain, designed by Alventosa Morell Arquitectes in 2024. The compact design features a rectangular floor plan and asymmetrical roof, creating a multi-purpose mezzanine space. Thin wooden partitions soften the concrete structure, while cork cladding ensures thermal efficiency and integration with the surrounding pine forest.
