DP Arquitectos‘ Casa Na Romeira in Santarém, Portugal, is a captivating house that seamlessly blends into its natural surroundings. Designed in 2023, this residential project aims to model the very place it occupies on the periphery of Romeira. By embracing the existing landscape, the design creates a humanized and concrete living space, structuring it with meaning and purpose to provide a visually compelling reference point within the urban and rural context.
Designed by AD+Studio, the Rotating house in Da Nang, Vietnam, is a captivating residential project that blends contemporary architecture with traditional Vietnamese influences. This family home, completed in 2022, prioritizes the development and privacy of its occupants, a couple and their two children. The unique 45-degree rotation of the building enhances the depth and airflow, creating an unexpected yet harmonious living experience.
Architect Vihar S Fadia‘s masterful creation, the Empyrean Villa in Ranip, India, is a testament to the fusion of modern design and functional elegance. This luxurious three-story bungalow, set on a 4000-square-foot plot, showcases a seamless blend of contemporary elements and sophisticated living, catering to the client’s desires for both opulence and practicality. From the captivating exterior with dark grey textures and Italian stone cladding to the grandeur of the double-height dining area and the serene integration of nature, this residence embodies the epitome of luxury living.
Noesis Architecture & Design‘s compact two-story house, KDH2, located in Okayama, Japan, embodies the Japanese concept of “Ma,” seamlessly blending space and moments. This family home, designed in 2020, explores the relationship between the private and public realms, creating a captivating connectivity that extends beyond the walls.
R3architetti‘s Gasometrica project in Turin, Italy, showcases a thoughtful apartment design that harmonizes functional and aesthetic elements. This 2023 interior renovation seamlessly blends the industrial heritage of the Italgas gasometers with contemporary materials and a vibrant color palette, creating a dynamic living space. The custom-designed interiors feature a geometric composition inspired by the gasometer’s structural patterns, artfully incorporated into the living room’s shelving and cabinetry.
Tomohiro Hata Architect & Associates have unveiled a captivating new residential project in the heart of Kyoto, Japan. The “House in Muko” blends traditional farmhouse aesthetics with modern living, creating a harmonious balance between the past and present. Situated amidst the lush farmlands and bamboo forests of Muko City, this 2023 design showcases a thoughtful approach to preserving the region’s historical architectural elements while embracing contemporary living standards.
The Garden Pavilion, designed by BYRÓ architekti in Prague, Czech Republic, is a captivating house project that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. Completed in 2023, this unique structure offers a modest yet versatile space, catering to the clients’ desire for an outdoor retreat while maintaining a connection to the surrounding mature garden.
With its folding polycarbonate panel that allows the interior to transition seamlessly to the outdoors, the Garden Pavilion creates a paraphrase of a garden loggia, drawing inspiration from the architect’s fundamental architectural vision.
The Norwood Park Laneway Homes in Toronto, Canada, are a collaboration between neighbors that showcase the versatility of laneway living. Designed by Lanescape Architecture + Construction in 2023, the three-home development offers a cohesive design with varying sizes and unique parkside features.
Ranging from 1,000 to 1,500 square feet, each house boasts 2-3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces through floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors. The homes’ distinct architectural elements, including red brick, black metal panels, and castellated wood, create a visually striking presence that complements the surrounding neighborhood.