Located near Warsaw, Poland, the U-directed House by Z3Z Architekci is uniquely set on the edge of the Kampinos Forest. Designed in 2020, this home features a U-shaped layout that strategically opens to the wilderness, ensuring privacy and a seamless connection with nature.
Eyrie House, designed by Matt Williams Architects, is a residence located on a steep slope at the top of Mount Rumney, Australia, completed in 2023. This house offers a stunning view over Pittwater and southeastern Tasmania.
The Home for an Artist in Cesena, Italy, was designed by Piraccini + Potente Architettura in 2019. The rural-inspired house combines contemporary vision with traditional forms. The house reflects the client’s aesthetic sensibilities, blending technology and art for a harmonious living 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.
Located near the Biscayan coast in Spain, Casa Rosa by Polo Estudio offers a modern interpretation of the Basque farmhouse. Designed in 2024, the house features compact concrete volumes that blend traditional construction with contemporary living.
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.
Jubilee Terraces is a seven-level home in Hyderabad, India, designed by Spacefiction Studio. Completed in 2023, this house prioritizes cascading terraces and biophilic landscapes. White marble dominates the interior, complemented by beige lime plaster and brass accents.