TAEP/AAP has updated the traditional architecture of the Northern Gulf with a cylindrical house surrounded by towering walls in Al Khiran, Kuwait. Designed in 2023, White Fortress contrasts its arid surroundings with an interior filled with spacious rooms, views of the Gulf Sea, and various oval-shaped patios and gardens. A rooftop tower acts as a “seacoast lighthouse”, framing sandy vistas.
Blairgowrie Gable Beach House by Thy Tran is a luxurious coastal retreat on the Mornington Peninsula, Australia. Designed for retirement with a multi-generational vision, this home combines elegance, functionality, and sustainability.
Sea Sight, located in Limassol, Cyprus, is a house designed by VOX Architects in 2023. A modern abode, it presents a harmonious blend of blue and turquoise hues contrasted by sunlit whites. Built into a hill, the house faces south with features like a powerful eave extension that serves dual purposes. Simple interiors feature brands like Laufen, Flos, and Lago, maintaining elegance and functionality. Its distinctive secret garden to the north adds a serene escape.
The GM Arquitecto team designed Casa E+E in Spain to offer spectacular views over the Mediterranean. Completed in 2024, this 283-square-metre house blends modern features with the essence of the original building. The design includes a sea-facing veranda with wooden sliding shutters and a reconstructed roof for natural ventilation. Its minimalist interiors ensure an unobstructed view, aiming to harmonize indoor and outdoor life without distractions.
Perched atop a rocky shoreline in Hubbards, Canada, Rockbound by Omar Gandhi Architects serves as a refuge from the outside world. Designed with durable materials that adjust to changing weather patterns, this coastal house features an innovative engineering solution to anchor it firmly amidst its challenging locale.
River of Life is a house designed by Sandbox Studio in Sydney in 2023. Nestled into Curl Curl, it celebrates an “open and connected modern liveability”. It balances double-pitched forms with the surrounding vernacular while presenting its own distinctive identity through material choices governed by a “sustainable spirit” and dedication to timeless design that honors the landscape.
Located in the serene suburb of Marmion, Perth, Australia, Play House exemplifies modern coastal living. Designed by State of Kin in 2022, this charming house features an inventive transformation that rejuvenates a 1970s brick home. With its vibrant design and family-friendly interiors, Play House redefines comfort and style in a stunning coastal setting.
Architecturally designed by the acclaimed Martin Gomez Arquitectos, the Big Fish house in Punta del Este, Uruguay, stands as a shining example of sustainable, nature-inspired design. Situated on an irregular strip of land near the dunes and sea, this 2021-built residence preserves the captivating wild surroundings through a raised, light-touch approach. The ground plan rests on pillars, creating a space for garages and services while allowing the local vegetation to thrive beneath the upper, flying volume.
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