Designed by Elástica Studio in 2018, Coral House in El Salvador seamlessly blends modern architecture with the natural beauty of its coastal setting. Inspired by the homeowners’ love for the sea, this spacious and open house features striking coral stone floors and roofs, complemented by traditional Salvadoran building techniques. The design prioritizes integration with the lush surrounding gardens, creating a harmonious indoor-outdoor living experience.
Situated in the heart of Austin, Texas, the Radial House designed by A Parallel Architecture is a captivating residential gem that seamlessly blends modern architecture with its lush natural surroundings. This single-family home, completed in 2016, takes full advantage of its prime lakefront location, offering sweeping views and an intimate connection with the verdant woods, rocky promontories, and meandering waterways that characterize the site.
Situated in the heart of Austin, Texas, the Canopy House by A Parallel Architecture showcases an innovative approach to sustainable, custom single-family design. Leveraging the site’s existing mature trees, the project employs a large, strategically oriented canopy structure to create a series of shaded outdoor living spaces, effectively doubling the home’s livable square footage while minimizing its environmental impact.
Situated in the picturesque coastal community of La Jolla, California, the La Jolla Residence is a masterpiece of innovative design by McCullough Landscape Architecture. This single-family house showcases a captivating integration with its natural surroundings, blending seamlessly into the sloping terrain of Mount Soledad. The project’s commitment to form, function, and environmental sustainability makes it a standout in the world of residential architecture.
In the heart of Ahmedabad, India, a captivating private residential villa by Blocher Partners India redefines urban living. Designed in 2021, this Residential Villa seamlessly blends modern architecture with the lush green surroundings, offering its well-travelled family residents a harmonious connection to nature. Featuring a custom-designed flexible facade inspired by traditional Jaalis, the villa regulates the microclimate and provides versatile privacy control, transforming with the seasons.
Nestled in the picturesque town of Sag Harbor, United States, the Pike & Pond house is a stunning example of modern architecture crafted by the renowned Oza Sabbeth Architects. Designed in 2018, this single-family home masterfully curates the experience of its residents, seamlessly transitioning from the bustling street to the tranquil Pond beyond.
With a focus on materiality and siting, the project showcases a unique blend of design elements that create a harmonious and private living environment.
Casa Comiteco is a captivating residence designed by the renowned architecture firm BIRI, located in Comiteco, Belo Horizonte, Brazil. This modern house, completed in 2018, features a unique blend of residential and commercial spaces, offering a flexible and adaptable living environment for its young architect owners.
Situated on a steep incline, the project showcases a thoughtful design that embraces the site’s challenging topography and environmental preservation regulations, while delivering expansive, integrated spaces with stunning views of the urban landscape.
Paulíny Hovorka Architekti‘s “Zasadený dom”, or “Embedded House,” is a stunning family residence located in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia, designed in 2023. The project boasts an organic connection between the interior and exterior, with a horizontal form that seamlessly integrates into the surrounding terrain. The use of natural materials, such as exposed concrete, raw stainless steel, and untreated wood, creates a serene and durable aesthetic that gracefully ages with the home.
