This captivating project by IDEOLOGIST Bureau in Moscow, Russia, takes inspiration from the Japanese concept of “nisetai jutaku,” or dual family homes, to create a harmonious and adaptable living space. Designed in 2021, the house seamlessly merges two contemporary residences, offering both communal living and individual privacy. With strategic use of natural light, warm lighting, and a minimalist aesthetic, the design evokes the timeless aesthetics of Japanese architecture while prioritizing functionality and well-being.
Montalba Architects‘ latest residential design, the Carla Ridge Residence, is a captivating single-story house nestled in the hills of Beverly Hills, California. Offering unparalleled views of the surrounding landscape, this modern home seamlessly blends interior and exterior spaces through a series of interconnected courtyards, creating moments of tranquility and environmental reprieve. Featuring a layered material palette and clean, contemporary lines, the Carla Ridge Residence exemplifies the pinnacle of West Coast residential architecture.
In Toronto’s leafy neighborhoods, a modern marvel stands in contrast to the surrounding faux-historical homes. Shift House, designed by renowned architecture firm Dubbeldam Architecture + Design, is a striking two-story residence that celebrates the interplay of interior and exterior spaces. Featuring a bold, stepped façade with contrasting charcoal and warm cedar cladding, the 300-square-meter home offers its occupants a meaningful connection to the outdoors through strategic spatial arrangements, ample glazing, and thoughtful landscaping.
A contemporary interpretation of the traditional A-frame cabin, Bunkie on the Hill serves as a quiet haven in the trees for a family-oriented client in Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. Designed by Dubbeldam Architecture + Design in 2022, this compact house offers framed views of the surrounding forest and the lake below, inviting natural light and creating dramatic shadows.
Set within a rolling grove of Oaks in New York, NY, United States, the Clearwater house designed by Martin Architects in 2021 showcases a stunning blend of modern and rustic elements. This 1970s-inspired residence has been meticulously updated, featuring two contemporary flat-roofed dormers that create a double-story space with a new mezzanine bedroom and bath overlooking the serene estuary leading to Gardiners Bay.
Designed by renowned architecture firm Martin Architects, the Edge of Woods house in New York, NY, United States, is a captivating example of modern residential design. Sited to maximize natural light and connectivity with the surrounding mature plantings, this project showcases a harmonious interplay between light, texture, and vernacular influences. The design’s simple, elegant form is rich in its geometries, emphasizing the unifying concept of a home as a living machine.
Blending modern farmhouse elegance and local heritage, the ANACAPA-designed Ranch House in Santa Ynez, California, United States, embodies the valley’s essence through its sustainable, context-driven design. This 2022 residential project seamlessly melds tradition and innovation, offering a harmonious retreat that pays homage to the region’s storied past while embracing a forward-thinking approach to architecture and interior design.
The stunning Lake Ouimet Residence in Mont-Tremblant, Canada, designed by the talented Dupont Blouin in 2019, is a captivating example of architectural brilliance. Originally constructed in 1960, this house has been expertly reimagined to create a warm, inviting space for a multi-generational family to gather. The open-concept kitchen, with its sleek black granite countertops and expansive views of the lake, is the heart of this remarkable home, seamlessly blending the indoors and outdoors for a truly remarkable living experience.
