Casa Liquen sits a few minutes from the beach in Chacala, Nayarit, Mexico, conceived as a house that edges toward a boutique hospitality vibe. Designed by FinoLozano, the four-level project leans into material craft to meet coastal conditions and guest comfort. Clay floors, pigmented wall finishes, and wood pergolas do practical work while setting a warm mood for rooms that open to terraces and salt‑washed light.
In the Hudson River Valley of upstate New York, the Hudson Valley Retreat is a house designed in 2023 by Lake Flato Architects. Perched on the edge of a restored native meadow and an Oak-Hickory forest, this tranquil weekend house fosters a strong connection with nature, forming a backdrop for resplendent views of the foreground and Catskills mountains, encouraging visitors to unwind and immerse themselves in the surrounding landscape.
This modern house, located in Spain and designed by Anvana Architects, sculpts clean white volumes that frame views of the Sierra Bernia mountain range and the Mediterranean. The contemporary composition is softened by rough local stone walls and large glazed walls that blur the indoor-outdoor boundary. A turquoise pool embraces the house, reflecting the sky and the open pergola that functions as an outdoor lounge.
In the Judean Foothills of Israel, designer Nirit Vax has crafted “From Frame to Fabulous: A Warm, Modern Villa” — a 330 sqm (3,550 sq ft) house designed in 2025. The property melds modernity with comfort, featuring high ceilings and open living spaces. The home is complete with three bedrooms, a private pool, and chic communal areas, designed to accommodate the clients’ three young children while incorporating a warm, inviting aesthetic ideal for family life.
Located in Milano, Italy, Casa CB is a soothing apartment designed in 2018 by KICK.OFFICE. This project showcases a blend of contemporary style with historic influences, highlighted by meticulously selected furnishings. Red hues punctuate the spaces, and restored parquet floors harmonize with gray terrazzo, creating an interesting dialogue. Vintage and contemporary pieces add an authentic touch, resulting in a sophisticated living experience that beautifully interconnects time and style.
FormaFatal has designed the interiors of an attic apartment in a historic building in Prague, Czech Republic, applying modern elements that contrast the space’s “old story” told by its beams. The renovation of the attic space in the historic building at Arbes Square focused on creating a two-level attic apartment intended for exclusive rental.
A vacation apartment of approximately 290 square meters (3,120 ft) in Tel Aviv, Israel, designed by Frenkel Nirit. This is a sophisticated, rich, and luxurious space tailored for a family with five children, full of layers and depth, ideal for short-term stays in an iconic tower centrally located in the city. The captivating interior combines material diversity with aesthetic beauty, creating a sophisticated urban style, all while ensuring every element is unique and meticulously crafted.
In Naples, the redesign of a penthouse on the top floor of a recently renovated building transformed this space into an example of sophistication and functionality. The project included a strategic arrangement of spaces, featuring a long corridor that acts as a pendulum between the sleeping area and the living area closer to the terrace, thus creating an elegant environment that beautifully combines form and function.