ARRCC has re-envisioned a Cape Town home’s interior layout and exterior composition to include a flowing, open-plan arrangement beneath a newly crafted self-supporting concrete roof. Named Wave Villa, the project is located on the Atlantic Seaboard at the foot of Lion’s Head in South Africa. The home’s existing footprint and foundation were retained, but the envelope was remodelled to connect better to the natural environment.
Office Crahayjamaigne designed an office in Malmedy, Belgium, that seamlessly merges into its natural surroundings. The structure, completed in 2022, features a “free” form, blending the building into the landscape with minimal visual impact. Interior spaces offer panoramic views, promoting well-being and collaboration within this serene environment.
Designed in 2023 by Roovice, Apartment in Kamakura is nestled in Japan’s mountainous region. This residential space underwent a modern transformation, integrating its natural surroundings and featuring exposed structures. The design incorporates a green color scheme in the kitchen and lauan wood details, balancing concrete with warm wooden elements.
Murka Hotel is a newly designed hotel completed by Thinking Design in Wenzhou, China. Part of a rural revitalization initiative, the project aims to entice urban citizens to the countryside and encourage young locals to return home.
The design incorporates staggered blocks, local rocks, and trees penetrating through the roof to create a visually cohesive extension that blends with the mountains and honors traditional culture.
Niji House by Patio Livity, located in Tangerang, Indonesia, is a modern home prioritizing comfort and environmental efficiency. Designed in 2024, the house features a central core integrating various elements, including a skylight and koi pond, to enhance natural light and airflow.
Bal House integrates water as a defining design element in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Designed by Remyarchitects in 2024, this house features a mix of exposed concrete, wood, and glass.
In Spain’s capital, Pulso Estudio reinterpreted the classic layout of an apartment with contrasting wooden and concrete surfaces. Designed in 2024, House RM incorporates liquid and multi-purpose domestic areas with a smooth transition between.
At the entrance, the living-dining space opens to an interior courtyard, while the bedrooms are placed along the foyer. Subtle and tactile contrasts run throughout the interiors, including polished concrete, wooden finishes, glass walls and textural textiles.
Completed in 2022, “Enclosure” is a house in India designed by Design Ni Dukaan. The house features a unique design where the interior experience takes precedence, wrapped in a concrete enclosure that defines a series of courtyards.
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