The House With Two Ridges near Warsaw, designed by Z3Z Architekci, features an unusual shape dictated by the plot’s specific conditions and local development requirements. The architects solved a design challenge by incorporating two roof ridges to accommodate a home exceeding 200 square meters.
The interior showcases a cool loft aesthetic, balanced with warmed materials such as wood and brick, while the ceiling is left raw concrete to enhance the space. The house also offers views of protected, scenic ponds and a river valley.
EnsO House in Mumbai, designed by S+PS Architects in 2023, incorporates a central spiral staircase, precast concrete panels, terrazzo inlay and vaulted ceilings. The house is wrapped around a double-height void featuring a bar counter, a raised seating area and a suspended cast glass bar overlooking a nearby park.
The upper-floor terrace contains a private pool, covered alfresco dining and a screening wall.
The house is envisaged as a large concrete tray that hovers over a white monolith. Designed by Kamat & Rozario Architecture, the Weathered House is located in Bengaluru, India and features an open, minimalist aesthetic. The home’s design centres around an east court that creates a connection with nature and guides the positioning of the rooms, producing a harmonious relationship between the interior spaces and the surrounding environment.
Cabin 192, a house in Los Cardales, Argentina, was transformed by Daniel Canda & Asociados in 2023. The project involved retaining the existing brick volume and replacing its gable roof with a flat, metal-supported one to add new bedrooms. Internally, walls were removed to create an open layout and a central concrete structure. Stone and glass were used to differentiate the volumes, prioritising a fluid, simple interior in contact with nature.
Philipp Architekten designed Villa Fröschle on a hillside in Heilbronn, Germany. The three-story house, designed in 2020, features loft-like living spaces elevated above a garden atrium with a pool and a movable wooden deck. Architect Anna Philipp aimed to create a modern treehouse feel by placing key living areas on the first floor, away from the street’s hustle.
The CMC House in Xangri-lá, Brazil, designed by KS arquitetos, combines concrete and wood for a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. Crafted in 2021, this coastal residence emphasizes natural light, accentuated by expansive openings that link social zones to the pool. The dynamic geometry and careful material choice create a warm, inviting environment, celebrating contemporary architecture while fostering a deep connection with its surroundings along the scenic Rio Grande do Sul coastline.
Studio mk27 has designed a house in Guarujá, Brazil, suspended on stilts to preserve the surrounding tropical forest. Completed in 2023, Canopy House features sliding glass panels and an elevated platform overlooking the canopies. The interior design celebrates Brazilian culture, incorporating contemporary design, traditional craftsmanship, and original artwork.
The Soul Garden house in Hyderabad, India was completed by Spacefiction Studio in 2019 and includes a central garden. With an introverted layout and operable louvers, the structure accommodates a large requirement on a small plot. A double-height court with laser-cut perforations ensures privacy, while balconies overlook the central garden, filtering light to create a tranquil atmosphere. The design features exposed concrete, handmade cement tiles, and a tropical garden with a fountain.
