Fiona Lynch Architecture has rejuvenated a 1930s Georgian revival home in Melbourne, Australia, originally by Marcus Martin. The River House project combines restoration with contemporary design, featuring a new glass pavilion that enhances family living by drawing in light and connecting to the garden.
For the Casa Polly residence in Rome, architecture and interior design studio 02A Studio introduced a balance between the home’s original “raw” aesthetic and the occupants’ preference for softer details. Designed with a combination of existing elements and new decor pieces, the team refreshed the 120-square-metre apartment to best fit the needs of its newest residents.
Povoença House, designed by Par_do, is situated in a residential area of Viana do Castelo, Portugal. Completed in 2023, this minimalist home features a distinctive concrete base embracing a central white volume. The volumes interact in a play of forms, creating a dynamic facade.
Melbourne studio Blur Architecture has added a copper-clad extension to a Victorian townhouse in the South Yarra suburb of Melbourne, Australia, with features such as an elevated lap pool and a glass corridor that connects the old and new buildings.
Blur Architecture used materials including weathered copper, glass, steel, bluestone pavers and concrete for Davis, which was designed for a homeowner who wanted to improve their exercise and swimming routine at the house.
The Rodrigues Sampaio Apartment in Lisbon, renovated by Manuel Tojal | Architecture in 2023, retains much of its original layout. The redesign maintains the apartment’s character while introducing a sense of uniformity and connection between spaces using Lioz stone and terracotta elements.
DIG Architects has completed the Vaulted Monochrome House in Mumbai’s central suburb. The 4300-square-foot (399-square-meter) apartment was designed with a minimalist approach to create a clutter-free and cozy space for a socially active family. Its architectural centerpiece is a vaulted ceiling, complemented by elements like a gabion wall and Ceppo-De-Gre stone.
The design, characterized by a monochromatic palette, seamlessly integrates social and private areas, with adjustments made to accommodate the family’s functional and aesthetic needs.
The Moon Gate ADU by Cover Architecture, a 620-square-foot dwelling in Altadena, California, offers a retirement retreat for his mother near his family home. Placed at the front of the lot, the ADU introduces two new structural forms that contrast the existing suburban house. Geometric facades, with curved walls and eaves, serve both aesthetic and functional purposes, ensuring daylight and privacy. The interior features a playful design with natural materials for a comfortable and sophisticated living space.
CCY Architects has designed a copper-clad house in San Miguel County, Colorado, nestled among Engelmann Spruce trees. Called DNA Alpine, the property includes a main house, sauna, and garage, with architecture inspired by the surrounding landscape and contemporary artists. The design accommodates extreme weather conditions, featuring a non-repetitive pattern on the façade derived from the DNA of neighbouring trees. This eclectic home combines natural materials with artful elements, offering expansive views of the alpine meadow while maintaining environmental sensitivity.
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