Atelier Design N Domain‘s Casa Feliz in Alibag, India, is a captivating tropical house that seamlessly blends with its lush, natural surroundings.
Designed in 2020, this 10,000 sq. ft. contemporary villa is set on a 2-acre site, offering a perfect coastal getaway just south of Mumbai. The house’s design concept revolves around the idea of a “threshold” that transports residents into a tranquil, nature-immersed world, with a monolithic material palette and striking architectural features.
Situated on the outskirts of Vadodara, India, the Brick Weave House, designed by Manoj Patel Design Studio in 2024, showcases a captivating blend of architectural and spatial moments. This 1140 sq ft house caters to the needs of two generations, where privacy and shared experiences are seamlessly integrated. The design embraces climatic considerations, utilizing a façade screening approach that adds a distinct rustic charm to the linear mass.
This three-storey house in Toronto, Canada, originally constructed as a dairy over a century ago, underwent an interior renovation by PLANT Architect in 2020. The designers transformed the narrow, townhouse-like layout by strategically redesigning the main staircase, incorporating floor-to-ceiling glass panels, and adding a skylight to visually expand the second-floor living room. The clients’ extensive art collection inspired a curio cabinet-inspired design for this level, complemented by whimsical, bubble-like pendant lighting fixtures.
Villa Vinohrady, a stunning residential project designed by Papundekl architekti, is a remarkable example of contemporary architecture in Prague, Czech Republic.
This 2023 house renovation showcases a harmonious blend of the property’s original 1925 features and modern design elements. The distinctive brick plinth, plastered facade, and high hipped roof with clay tiles are carefully preserved, while a contemporary extension adds two new rental flats with lush rooftop terraces. The interiors boast a neutral color palette, natural materials, and integrated technologies, creating a refined and functional living experience.
Situated in the picturesque town of Rollingwood, Texas, the Inwood Residence showcases the exceptional design work of A Parallel Architecture. This single-family home, built in 2020, sits on a gently sloping one-acre lot, offering sweeping views of the rolling hills of West Austin. With a focus on integrating the residence with its verdant landscape and cherished street, the architects have crafted a thoughtful and harmonious living space that caters to the needs of a young family of four.
Slate House, a new three-level, high-performing, and high-end apartment building in the bayside suburb of Brighton, Melbourne, Australia, was designed by the renowned architecture firm Austin Maynard Architects. Responding to the developers’ brief to create beautiful, thoughtful, refined, and efficient homes, the design is a careful articulation of built form that fits gently within the street’s character, sensitive to the size and presence of neighboring properties.
Unveiling the ME House in Asunción, Paraguay: a masterpiece by Equipo de Arquitectura that redefines living with natural materials. This two-story haven marries industrial chic with nature’s touch, featuring brick, concrete, and wood accents. Its design maximizes natural light, encourages cross ventilation, and embraces greenery, ensuring every corner breathes comfort and sustainability.
Step into the Ealing marvel, a two-bedroom home in London, UK, ingeniously crafted by Fletcher Crane Architects. Embracing a unique brick design, this 2021 project, named Tree House, transforms a former garage site into a striking blend of grey brick, black timber, and sleek metalwork. The interior echoes this raw elegance with ash joinery and terrazzo tiles, ensuring a seamless flow of design from the outside in.
Perfect for those who admire architectural ingenuity and the play of natural light within urban confines.
