Allegra, a house in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, showcases a design by Jaime Salvá that combines modernity and elegance across a 2,000-square-meter plot. Designed in 2024, the residence respects the natural topography and balances contemporary architecture with sustainability.
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.
Koko Architecture + Design‘s Hudson Concrete House incorporates a courtyard and an art collection for its owner at the peak of a mountain in Hudson, New York. Designed in 2020, the studio worked with the historic site to design a country home for an art collector based in the Hudson River Valley with a concrete facade, using Japanese influences throughout the building.
Loop House by Mobius Architekci in Poland exemplifies a blend of contemporary architecture and nature. Designed in 2024, it integrates the environment through thoughtful composition, panoramic views, and materials like stone, Corten, and wood. Loop House manifests a philosophy of living in harmony with the landscape, offering a serene retreat that respects and draws inspiration from its surroundings.
Pudong Villa is a holiday home designed by Atelier LI, situated in the rural area of Pudong, Shanghai, China. Completed in 2023, this modern white house integrates green spaces to connect interiors and exteriors, offering a serene retreat for two families. The design includes courtyards to foster a tranquil atmosphere, while adhering to local construction regulations.
The Alea Resort Hideaway, located in Bad Orb, Germany, is a hotel designed by Plajer + Franz in 2024. This sophisticated piece of architecture offers an innovative experience with an underground carpark, penthouses, a rooftop pool, and a spa with a gym. The interior features high-quality furnishings, including large-format tiles, french parquet flooring, and exposed concrete ceilings, creating a refined yet youthful ambience. Penthouses boast room heights up to five metres, with interiors clad in oak wood.
Located in Melbourne, Australia, Curvy House by Ben Callery Architects resolves challenging spatial conditions with an innovative roof design. This house, on a narrow lot with a heritage facade, showcases a roof that lifts and curves to draw in sunlight, enhancing spatial perception. The combination of clerestory windows and floating structural details ensures the space remains bright and comfortably airy, creating a uniquely delightful environment.
In 2022, the single-story residence known as Casa Quase Verde was built by PSB Architects. Located in Ovar, Portugal, this beautiful house mixes modern architecture with natural beauty. Its ‘nearly green’ outside and intelligent design create a peaceful hideaway that effortlessly integrates interior living areas with vibrant greenery outside. This is a place where openness and seclusion can both be enjoyed at once: it’s a home where open spaces are valued without sacrificing privacy.
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