Mars House, designed by Studio Lau, stands in Canada as an angular residence. Its split-level layout prioritizes space efficiency, with formal living and dining rooms omitted for optimal utility. Natural light fills the home through expansive windows and skylights, complemented by large sliding doors that create a seamless flow between indoors and out.
The interior aesthetic combines modern lines with warm wood accents, fostering an inviting atmosphere. The exterior, featuring black metal and warm wood siding, reflects the thoughtful blend of spaces inside.
In the center of Vlijmen, Netherlands, JMW Architects and NVA Interior Design crafted the Modest Family Home in 2022. This house is carefully designed to harmonize with the surrounding village character, while the interior layout maximizes light and space.
The property combines a modest exterior with an interior offering warmth, luxury, and quality, reflecting a balanced design approach that caters to family comfort and aesthetic elegance.
YCL Studio designed the Ascent Apartment with a calm, refined atmosphere. Located in Vilnius, Lithuania, the 350-square-metre apartment features a striking staircase that connects private spaces on the first floor with a social hub in the attic. Wooden accents within a white palette define the interior, with meticulous attention to detail ensuring sophistication without being overwhelming.
Casa Serra Azul, a wooden structure and prefabricated panel house designed by Apiacás Arquitetos in 2022, occupies a plot in São Paulo, Brazil. The layout embraces a horizontal form, maximising interaction with the land and providing excellent cross-ventilation. Its cohesive design, featuring a large wooden roof, aims to minimise material waste and introduce new construction possibilities, prioritising environmental concerns.
House with Garden by Frasquet Arquitectos is located in Valencia, Spain. Designed in 2024, this modern home prioritizes natural light and its surrounding environment.
HGA Studio designed the Brahminy House, a contemporary house in Byron Bay, Australia, completed in 2022. Nestled above Wategos Beach, the house serves as a portal for the ocean and native heath.
The Hua Xu Boutique Hotel by Z+H Renhai Design is situated in Suzhou, China. Completed by designer Zhang Haihua, this 2024 project involved transforming three existing residential buildings into a courtyard hotel. The design draws inspiration from the region’s Jiangnan-style houses, incorporating contemporary elements that harmonize with the area’s historical context.
The Lake Hayes Home by Ben Hudson Architects is situated in the rocky, sloping terrain above the shore of Lake Hayes in Arrowtown, New Zealand. Designed with a low-lying form and natural materials, this 2023 project gracefully integrates with its surroundings.
