In the midst of Madrid, resides Casa Cometa, a shining example of imaginative design curated by Bardo Arquitectura. Built in 2024, this apartment overhaul tackles a distinctive obstacle—an almost caving-in roof. To remedy this issue, the architects suggested the addition of a second level, effectively birthing a new inhabitable area while bolstering structural support.
Shanghai-based Interior Design firm Tales Creative was invited by long-term client Tengda Construction to create a new office space for the company in the vibrant city of Hangzhou. Commencing work in 2024, the founder of Tales Creative, Gao Lingli, conceived of an overall concept inspired by Cubism – using its structural principles to fuse various architectural and landscape elements, and transforming the top floor of the Taizhou Tengda Center into a vividly colorful space.
Casa Ananda, designed by Yturbe Taller de arquitectura and located in Mexico City, Mexico, epitomizes tropical modernism. Expertly blending raw materials, light contrasts, and fluid spaces, this unique house prioritizes its natural environment.
The creation of a sanctuary awash in overhangs, timber louvers, and expansive glass panels showcases a design philosophy that emphasizes a tactile experience and a seamless integration with the landscape resulting in comfort amid the tropical climate of Mexico City.
In the Bangkok neighborhood Riab Mai, this home uses cantilever forms and landscaped terraces to achieve an airy, light-filled vibe. TOUCH Architect designed House SN to balance multiple needs: security, privacy, and connection to nature. The resulting design uses step-back terraces and tall solid walls to achieve a balance.
Inside, the sloping floors create angled coffer windows and unique intersects with playful internal voids. Skylights and drop-down ceilings gleam among the wood-paneled surfaces, adding visual interest to the double-height and cantilevered rooms.
Mulroy Architects has transformed a Victorian terrace in London, optimising light and space for a family that wanted to enjoy an Australian lifestyle in the UK. The studio relocated the staircase and added a diagonal extension to maximise views and natural light. Key features include large roof lights and an open-plan layout designed for entertaining. The renovation also reoriented the home to access the newly enlarged north-facing back garden.
Step into the vibrant world of Gallery House, a bright and artful apartment located in the heart of Madrid, Spain. Designed by Martín Peláez, this imaginative living space offers a unique blend of functionality and artistic flair.
Filled with natural light and adorned with sentimental art pieces, Gallery House is a stunning testament to the power of creative design.