Dive into the exquisite design of the Trentham House, a remarkable contemporary creation nestled in Melbourne, Australia’s cultural hub. Conceived by SOS Architects, this house boasts an exquisite balance of traditional and unique elements, mirroring the individualistic spirit of its owners.
It excels not only in aesthetic appeal, but also in thermal performance, leveraging solar gain, double-layered insulation, and a concrete slab’s thermal mass. Embrace the charisma of this eco-conscious home that challenges the status quo, while respecting its scenic neighbourhood.
Experience a fusion of history and modern design in Castelfranco Veneto, Italy, with Archilab-Studio‘s latest project — a tastefully redesigned two-story house dubbed “Private Residence“. Renowned architect, Valentina Vedovato, strikes a balance of transparencies and volumes to augment the home’s placement near the region’s cherished 16th-century structures and historical parks.
Contemporary design merges with traditional elements, showcasing broad windows, warm-toned masonry, and hanging gardens, contributing to the serene integration of the residence within its protected surroundings. The unique recovery and enhancement of a former greenhouse only adds to the distinctive allure of this 2022 architectural marvel.
In the heart of Bel Air, Los Angeles, a remarkable new two-story house design has surfaced, aptly named RO54 by its creators, Arshia Architects. Boasting a futuristic yet contemporary design style, RO54 sits proudly on a hilltop, offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Los Angeles basin. The design captures the essence of the evolving neighborhood, addressing both aesthetics and functionality, while reducing the building mass to integrate seamlessly within its surroundings.
RO54 house breaks away from traditional compartmentalized housing models. It harnesses the potential of split-level design, weaving the topography of the hill into the layout of the house, and achieving a perfect blend of visual and functional adjacencies. Innovative features like a courtyard rainwater runoff filtration system, adherence to California’s stringent green building standards, and a low-impact, natural interior palette affirm RO54 as a stellar example of environmentally sensitive and responsible design.
Nestled amidst the verdant greenery of Maui County, Hawaii, the Haiku House exemplifies the artistry of See Arch and an intricate appreciation for the Hawaiian landscape.
Designed in 2022, this two-story house serves as an idyllic retirement haven for a San Francisco couple, boasting a harmonious blend of contemporary design and island aesthetics. Nestled atop a hill, the house ingeniously interacts with its terrain, offering captivating vistas of pastoral fields, the shimmering ocean, and the majestic Haleakalā Volcano. Tranquility resonates within the living spaces, further accentuated by a curated collection of unique artworks. The interplay of locally-sourced materials, from book-matched travertine wall tiles and exposed concrete walls to cedar plank ceilings, lends a warm, organic feel, harmoniously uniting the indoors with the lush Hawaiian outdoors.
Nestled in the heart of West Wellow, United Kingdom, Merryhill Farm is a testament to the innovative design prowess of OB Architecture. This project, completed in 2020, features a trio of contemporary homes, each thoughtfully contoured into the existing sloping landscape.
The design of these homes is a harmonious blend of privacy and openness, with expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing that invites the beauty of the rural views indoors. The front of the properties, however, is purposefully more discreet, encompassing intimate spaces such as snugs and utility rooms. This one-of-a-kind architectural design, coupled with a robust landscaping scheme, brings a refreshing, contemporary aesthetic that enhances the rural charm of Merryhill Farm.
Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of Waterside, a daring embodiment of contemporary design by OB Architecture. Nestled in the picturesque coastal town of Lymington, United Kingdom, this fabulous house redefines the essence of coastal living.
With its streamlined design, Waterside harmoniously merges the indoors with the outdoors, offering a 180-degree view of the serene South Coast. The house’s design is a testament to the architects’ unique ability to create a balance between the expansive ocean views and the calm, cocooning spaces that serve as a retreat for the owners. The use of deeply textured natural materials throughout the house adds a sense of warmth and intimacy, further enhancing its charm.
Nestled in the heart of Porto, Portugal, a city renowned for its rich history and stunning architecture, stands the “Patios of Petals” – a two-story house that is a testament to contemporary design. Crafted by the visionary Sandra Micaela Casinha Atelier in 2023, this architectural marvel draws inspiration from the organic movement of flower petals, creating a harmonious blend of nature and modern living.
The house’s design is characterized by a large “U” glazing and an internal curved structural wall that, along with the staircase, forms the heart of the house. The upper floor, embraced by the petal-like structures, is accentuated by the use of three materials: white, aluminum, and glass. The lower floor, where the petals land, showcases a similar triad of materials: glass, aluminum, and wood. This careful selection of materials serves to highlight the main actor – the organicist white volume.
Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of the CuE-1/6 house by Portal 92, a contemporary home nestled within the lush greens of the Jaypee Golf Course in Greater Noida, India. This private residence, redesigned in 2022, presents a harmonious blend of nature and architecture, with its design elements inviting, observing, capturing, and framing the surrounding environment. The exterior, a sophisticated interplay of steel and aluminium, masks the structural framing system, while the interior houses a wild courtyard, a dense forest within the built structure.
Each space within the house offers varied experiences, exposed to the vast manicured greens of the golf course and overlooking the wild courtyard. The CuE-1/6 house, a testament to the design prowess of Portal 92, is more than a residence—it’s an observatory, romancing the landscape around it, and allowing it to percolate within.
