The single-family home, Casa 1.5-3 by Baquio Arquitectura, is situated in Santa Elena, Ecuador. Designed in 2024, the house harmoniously integrates with its surroundings, inspired by Juhani Pallasmaa’s ideas on dwelling. The facade’s compositional language showcases a mix of wood and concrete, offering a rich sensory experience.
Located on Grove Road in Greater London, England, the Kanal House has been updated by William Tozer Associates. Completed in 2024, the project features a modern extension and landscape elements that frame views of the nearby canal. It draws from Italian architect Carlo Scarpa, incorporating unique rooflights and a steel frame finished in intumescent paint.
Kart Projects designed House K, a single-storey residence in Australia, in 2021. The project, just a 50-square-metre extension, aimed to maximise garden space on a small block. The design retained existing spaces while cleverly overlapping functions. Coffered ceiling volumes in the addition provide a sense of spaciousness and light.
The Herbert St house is located in Mornington, Australia, nestled on a hill overlooking Mills Beach and Port Phillip Bay. Designed by COS Design in 2023, it features a reverse living layout to capture stunning views from the main living areas. The home, pool, and garden blend relaxed and sophisticated elements, with unique foliage, recycled clinker bricks, and black steel accents.
In 2024, M2.senos Arquitectos designed the LBlack House in Matosinhos Municipality, Portugal. It features granite pavements and black brick facades. The home prioritizes openness with large courtyard-facing openings and maintains community presence with a street-facing railing.
Casa ACAP by Alventosa Morell Arquitectes is situated in Baixa Cerdanya, Spain. Designed in 2023, this house offers spectacular views of the Tosa de Alp Mountain and ensures visual and thermal comfort with its north-facing mountain views and south-facing light access.
Estudio PK has completed a house called Casa Órbita in Nordelta, Benavidez, Argentina. Designed in 2023, the design features a corner lot location with views of the lagoon and a focus on natural lighting. A central courtyard visually and functionally connects the two wings of the ground level, offering flexible and public spaces.
Jach’s Extension, designed by crahayjamaigne, features a 7-meter bioclimatic cube set within a forest area in Malmedy, Belgium. The adaptable space currently includes a bedroom, bathroom, and multipurpose area, accessible through the existing house or independently.