Shell Gate, a stunning house located in Alameda, CA, showcases the innovative design by Verner Architects in 2023. This renovation transforms a tired 1950s ranch home into a coastal oasis. With a modern aesthetic and functional spaces, this project maximizes small areas, creating an inviting atmosphere for everyday living and family gatherings.
The Hotel Le Dune Piscinas, designed by the acclaimed PL-AG Studio, is a captivating project located in Ingurtosu, Italy. This hotel, set within the Ingurtosu mining park and the protected natural park of the Piscinas dunes, directly on the beach and surrounded by the tallest dunes in Europe, offers guests an immersive and engaging scenographic experience. The designers have skillfully blended conservative restoration and new construction to create a harmonious and comfortable hotel that celebrates the unique natural surroundings.
Lorne House, a stunning coastal retreat designed by Austin Design Associates, seamlessly blends with its picturesque surroundings in Lorne, Australia. This 2021 project showcases a warm and cosy beach house that doubles as an entertainer’s paradise, featuring a natural material palette and sweeping views of the panoramic bay.
The ground floor provides comfortable spaces for the client’s adult children and friends, while the luxurious upper level boasts a master suite, generous kitchen, dining, and living areas, all with large glass doors and windows capturing the stunning scenery.
Angá Arquitetura‘s Obi House in São Paulo, Brazil, offers a cozy retreat by the beach, blending practicality and comfort for the family. Designed in 2022, this house serves as a weekend getaway, featuring various nooks and spaces that capture the beach atmosphere while accommodating daily routines.
The Tupi Guarani-inspired “Obi,” meaning bluish-green, is brought to life through the use of soft tones, diverse textures, and a custom-designed tile feature.
Vahid Joudi Studio‘s “Beach Sky Villa” in Royan, Iran, offers a tranquil coastal retreat designed to seamlessly integrate with its breathtaking natural surroundings. This modern house, completed in 2024, presents a harmonious dialogue between the built environment and the Caspian Sea landscape, catering to a middle-aged couple’s desire for a rejuvenating vacation home.
Designed for a young couple in Londrina, Brazil, the Praia Apartment by Ser Arquitetos is a 181 m² apartment that showcases a harmonious blend of modern and beach-inspired elements. The project maintained the original layout while creating a comfortable, cozy environment through the use of neutral tones, natural materials, and carefully curated furnishings. With a spacious social area, three suites, and a service area, this apartment offers a welcoming and versatile living space that reflects its residents’ desire for a truly inviting home.
The First-Hand House, a 120 sq.m. apartment in Bandra West, Mumbai, India, showcases the exceptional design work of DOT. This north-south facing apartment was meticulously planned to establish a spatial continuum, allowing natural light to flood every corner. Featuring a two-bay layout with a central passage, the apartment seamlessly connects the living areas facing the sea to the utility and guest spaces. The use of only two carefully-crafted materials creates a sense of openness and seamlessness, while the varying ceiling heights and softened edges provide a calming, sensorial experience.
A4 Architecture + Planning‘s energy-efficient home renovation in Providence, RI, United States, exemplifies the future of sustainable living. Designed in 2020, this residential project showcases innovative design strategies that seamlessly blend energy efficiency, modern aesthetics, and functional living spaces.
With a focus on reducing the carbon footprint and enhancing occupant comfort, this renovation sets a new standard for eco-conscious home design in the region.
