Designed by renowned architecture firm Fathom, the T House in Hiroshina, Japan, offers a refreshing approach to modern apartment living. This 2024 renovation project transformed a newly built condominium, embracing upcycled materials and lush greenery to create a harmonious, personalized space.
Departing from mass-produced furnishings, the design integrates oyster shell paint, custom wood treatments, and strategically placed flora, blending the indoor and outdoor environments for a uniquely immersive experience.
Introducing Zemlja, a sustainable and adaptable apartment retrofit in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, designed by Project V Architecture in 2023. This ecologically and economically viable project reimagines urban living, drawing inspiration from the city’s architectural history and the resilience of its citizens.
Zemlja, meaning “earth,” “land,” and “country,” offers a glimmer of hope for a viable alternative through sustainable reconstruction, promoting the use of local, natural materials and fostering a holistic approach to social repair and healing in the war-burdened Grbavica neighborhood.
The Panorama Residence, designed by Façade in 2023, is a captivating house nestled in Patras, Greece. Taking on the project at the cementation stage, the designers were tasked with reimagining the property both internally and externally, focusing on the stunning panoramic landscape, optimal lighting, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow.
Structured across three levels, the residence seamlessly integrates all its spaces and functions, with the middle floor serving as the core, housing the daytime and overnight areas. The design’s torsion and transparency brilliantly capture the breathtaking vistas of the Gulf of Patras and the Panachaiko mountain range.
Located in Amsterdam, Netherlands, the Wood and Natural Stone House by Derksen Windt Architecten showcases a stunning blend of natural materials and minimalist design. This compact yet spacious residence is part of a beautifully planned urban development, featuring a wooden supporting structure and a facade that seamlessly integrates light horizontal lines with wooden accents.
The thoughtful spatial layout, including a central staircase, creates a sense of openness within the modest dimensions, exemplifying the architects’ commitment to sustainable and smart design.
Designed by the renowned firm RAD+ar, the Passive Lab House in South Tangerang City, Indonesia, is a captivating exploration of tropical passive design in a postmodern urban context. This experimental house employs innovative techniques, such as overlapping void spaces, reflective pools, and strategically placed skylights, to create a comfortable microclimate without relying on active systems. The project’s thoughtful integration of biophilic and tropical elements within a contemporary design language offers a promising solution to the challenges posed by unplanned urbanization.
Bruma Tulum, a four-unit housing complex in the lush forests of Tulum, Mexico, showcases Jaque Studio‘s masterful blend of modern design and sustainable living. Completed in 2021, this residential project prioritizes privacy and a seamless connection with the natural surroundings, offering each villa its own garden and pool.
The architectural solution strategically positions the units to preserve as much open space as possible, with a mix of single-story and two-story designs that maximize efficiency and privacy. Embracing the region’s cultural identity, the project incorporates locally sourced materials and construction techniques, minimizing the ecological footprint while providing a warm, Caribbean-inspired ambiance.
This meticulously designed house in Bengaluru, India, showcases the architectural prowess of Ashwin Architects. Siddhidatri, completed in 2022, is a stunning example of how thoughtful design can maximize the benefits of a corner site situated in a lush, green neighborhood. With large openings on the eastern and northern facades, the airy interiors seamlessly integrate with the surrounding landscape, creating a harmonious living experience for the homeowners.
Designed by the award-winning firm A Parallel Architecture, the Rollingwood Residence in Rollingwood, Texas, USA, is a stunning example of contemporary residential architecture. This single-family house, built in 2021, seamlessly blends the client’s desire for a cozy, family-oriented sanctuary with a focus on sustainable and resilient design.
