Boxed Set in Orinda, California, United States, by Buttrick Projects Architecture + Design, reworks a bent-boomerang suburban ranch house into a clearer sequence of rooms and thresholds. A skylit central volume organizes the kitchen and dining room, while a street-side box marks the entry and a detached garage with ADU completes the private courtyard enclosure. Natural light reaches deep into the plan, reducing the need for artificial lighting during the day.
San Francisco III turns a 1960s hillside house in San Francisco, CA, United States into a contemporary retreat shaped by Gast Architects. The renovation works with the steep lot and long views while coordinating with Bjørn Design on interiors that support aging in place, from an elevator and concealed lift to a generous outdoor room. Everyday life settles into a calmer, more legible rhythm across the reworked levels.
Stealth House lands in Austin, TX, United States as a compact house by Specht Novak that hides its life within. The 2024 ADU turns its back to the street with corrugated Cor-Ten cladding, then opens to courtyards and full-height glazing that soak interiors in daylight. Privacy drives the parti, yet the plan feels effortless and bright.
Set within the vibrant city of Austin, Texas, the Stealth House crafted by Specht Novak unveils a revolutionary perspective on city dwelling. Conceptualized in 2024, this forward-thinking abode defies standard perceptions surrounding seclusion and exposure. The outer shell boasts an eye-catching profile, completely devoid of windows and enveloped in corrugated Cor-Ten steel. Such an exterior not only bolsters security but also fosters an air of intrigue.
