Alta Vista Residence by Alterstudio Architecture is nestled in Austin’s Travis Heights neighborhood. Designed in 2020, the residence incorporates live oaks and concrete walls for privacy and engagement with the surroundings. The interior features board-formed concrete and rift-sawn white oak, opening up to the outdoors with sliding panels and creating a serene natural enclave within the bustling city. The design counterbalances the area’s rising density with a focus on light, material, and subtlety.
Designed by acclaimed Brazilian architect Sergio Sampaio, the Float House in Tamboré, Brazil, is a stunning example of minimalist architecture that seamlessly blends with its natural surroundings. This contemporary house, conceived as the primary residence for a family within a condominium, offers a captivating panoramic view and a serene garden terrace that promotes a harmonious indoor-outdoor living experience.
Flaviano Capriotti Architetti has designed a captivating extension to the Franklin University Switzerland Campus in Lugano, Switzerland. The new wing features a harmonious blend of communal and residential spaces, with 29 residential units, educational facilities, and a fitness area. The project’s holistic approach to knowledge and learning is reflected in its permeable, narrative-driven architecture, where the façade pays homage to the iconic symbol of knowledge: the book.
The Courtyard Residence, designed by FGR Architects in 2022, is a picturesque house nestled in Cremorne, Australia, that showcases a seamless blend of concrete architecture and glass elements. This real estate marvel adopts a Mediterranean courtyard model for enhanced privacy and a sophisticated living experience, blending indoor and outdoor spaces with a minimalist yet warm material palette. With its emphasis on light, shadow, and spatial flow, the house offers a unique living environment that is both functional and aesthetically captivating.
