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Casa Bunker: Brutalism Meets Nature in Mexico

Casa Bunker: Brutalism Meets Nature in Mexico

Casa Bunker is a striking architectural gem nestled in Veracruz, Mexico. Designed in 2021 by Tannia Barreto, this house merges the robustness of brutalist architecture with modernist elegance.

Surrounded by verdant tropical landscapes, Casa Bunker stands as a contemporary sanctuary, offering a unique fusion of serene living and natural splendor. Its open terraces and water features integrate seamlessly into the environment, creating a sensory retreat that celebrates the union of human design and nature’s beauty.

House in Boavista: Concrete Elegance in Porto

FeaturedHouse in Boavista: Concrete Elegance in Porto

In Porto’s bustling streets, just off Avenida da Boavista, lies the House in Boavista. This concrete architectural wonder, designed by Topos Atelier de Arquitectura in 2022, combines privacy and openness in a striking balance.

The ground floor hosts vibrant social spaces, extending towards a lush garden. Featuring a hidden kitchen passage, double-height ceilings in the living room, and windows framing nature, this house is a testament to modern design and seamless indoor-outdoor living in Portugal.

Casa Taller: Brutalist Harmony with Nature

Casa Taller: Brutalist Harmony with Nature

Casa Taller, designed by Tectum Arquitectura in La Paisanita, Argentina, is a stunning expression of concrete brutalist architecture, completed in 2021.

Perched on a challenging 45-degree slope, this house merges with the sounds of the river and the panoramic views of mountains and treetops, offering a sanctuary for work, life, and philosophical thought. Its design embodies complementary opposites: a sturdy base and a light upper structure that opens to the environment or closes for reflection. The house embraces the rugged terrain with minimal disruption, inviting residents on a contemplative journey through its unique spatial geometry and the natural elements that flow beneath.

75.9 House: A Pioneering Vision of Contemporary Living

Featured75.9 House: A Pioneering Vision of Contemporary Living

Discover the harmonious blend of nature and architecture in Omer Arbel‘s latest creation, the 75.9 House. Situated amidst the scenic hayfields south of Vancouver, Canada, this family home stands as a testament to innovative design. Built around striking ‘lily pad’ concrete columns – a unique pouring method developed by Arbel’s studio – the house is a first-of-its-kind architectural venture.

With an interior adorned by warm timber, polished concrete, and a Japan-inspired garden, this home is not just a dwelling but a timeless monument, reflecting Arbel’s decade-long material experimentation and his commitment to an analog approach to materiality.

TM House: Rustic Charm Meets Contemporary Design

FeaturedTM House: Rustic Charm Meets Contemporary Design

Discover the architectural marvel of TM House, designed by Inception and perched in the rustic embrace of Lamelas in Santo Tirso, Portugal.

Conceived in 2022, this T4 typology home exemplifies a seamless blend of concrete design with its environment. Crafted to honor the interior-exterior continuum, TM House boasts a unique concrete roof that dances with shadows and sunlight, offering a play of spaces that bring its functional elegance to life. Within, the house unfolds in an “L” shape around a tranquil pool, integrating living spaces with nature’s canvas, maximizing sunlight, and framing the rustic beauty of Santo Tirso.

Liminal House: West Vancouver’s Coastal Gem

FeaturedLiminal House: West Vancouver’s Coastal Gem

Set against the scenic confluence of land and sea in West Vancouver, Liminal House emerges as a testament to transitional living, expertly crafted by McLeod Bovell Modern Houses in 2022. This modern, concrete home responds to the life shift of empty nesters, capturing the essence of ‘liminal’—a place of transition and the intimate ‘in-between’ moments of life.

The house is not just a structure but a choreography of space, where movement crafts experience, and the ever-changing shoreline atmosphere breathes life into its very walls.

Villa Chams: Lebanon’s Tribute to Timeless Design

Villa Chams: Lebanon’s Tribute to Timeless Design

Welcome to Villa Chams, a concrete masterpiece meticulously crafted by Carl Gerges Architects in the historically rich landscapes of Baalbek, Lebanon. Designed in 2020, this house is not just a structure but a sensory narrative entwined with its arid surroundings—from the native flora to the ancient Roman ruins.

With an architectural rhythm that echoes the natural cadences of its setting, Villa Chams offers a seamless blend of interior luxury and environmental serenity. Poured earth concrete walls, rough terrazzo flooring, and strategically placed skylights invite the outside in, creating a dialogue with nature that is as intimate as it is majestic.

Embrace the charm of this Lebanese haven, where every detail is an ode to earthy elegance and tranquility.

De Chill House: Vietnam’s Modern Nature-Infused Home

De Chill House: Vietnam’s Modern Nature-Infused Home

Welcome to De Chill House, a tranquil haven carved out in the bustling urban expanse of Quang Ninh, Vietnam. X11 Design Studio, the visionary behind this 2022 masterpiece, boldly defies the typical constraints of high-density urban living.

The design introduces “breathing” spaces that bathe the home in natural light and fresh air, transforming it into a refreshing abode for a multi-generational family. At De Chill House, minimalist elegance and practical design converge, creating interactive spaces that bring people and nature into harmony. The house stands as a testament to living artfully with nature, ensuring that every space not only serves its purpose but also connects inhabitants to the peaceful rhythm of natural light and greenery.