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.
Miriam Barrio Studio‘s renovation of a seaside duplex in el Masnou, Spain, has transformed the space into a harmonious, serene, and timeless oasis.
Designed in 2022, this apartment project seamlessly integrates the coastal surroundings into the interior design, utilizing natural materials like light oak wood and a luminous combination of off-white metal. The strategic placement of large windows captures the essence of the sea, creating a strong connection between the interior and the breathtaking outdoor views.
Designed by the renowned Wood Marsh Architecture, the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club in Australia captures the rugged essence of the country’s sandstone coastline. Positioned within the dunes, this club building features a unique blend of horizontality and verticality, with a control tower standing as a coastal beacon. The design, driven by a robust and weathered approach to materiality, seamlessly integrates the structure into its natural surroundings, creating a gathering place for the community.
Beaufort County, South Carolina, is the setting for this stunning Lowcountry home, designed by the acclaimed Frederick + Frederick Architects in 2022. Boasting a resilient and energy-efficient design, this luxurious house is the perfect retreat for enjoying the region’s natural beauty, from sailing and fishing to golf. With a focus on maximizing views, natural light, and sustainable features, this home exemplifies the intersection of style and high performance.
The Sunclub project, designed by 3P Studio, showcases a stunning apartment transformation in Florianópolis, Brazil. This top-floor seaside condominium unit underwent a complete redesign, focusing on enhancing functionality, natural light, and seamless indoor-outdoor integration. The apartment now features an open-concept layout that seamlessly connects the living room, dining area, kitchen, and laundry, creating a harmonious and inviting space.
Carefully chosen colors, textures, and geometrical elements evoke a sense of peace and tranquility, while the addition of a new window and a glass-covered gourmet space further amplify the apartment’s bright and airy ambiance.
Montalba Architects‘ stunning Graoni Beach House in Malibu, United States, showcases a captivating blend of coastal living and modern design. Elevated to account for rising sea levels, this oceanfront residence features a thoughtful layout that maximizes the breathtaking views. Boasting an open floor plan with a combined kitchen, dining, and family room, the home seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor living spaces, creating an airy and inviting atmosphere.
