Situated at the southern end of stunning Lake Hawea in New Zealand’s South Island, The View House features design by Mark John Warren. Built around an internal courtyard with a retractable louvre roof, this house is a multi-generational holiday home designed to celebrate the amazing views, with materials and detailing creating a calm and serene environment for soaking in the breathtaking surroundings.
Set in the picturesque town of Wānaka, this house embodies simplicity and warmth, drawing inspiration from the rugged charm of mountain huts while maintaining a refined aesthetic. Designed to accommodate multiple families during holidays, the home offers comfortable, sunlit spaces that promote relaxation and tranquillity, ensuring a memorable stay for residents and guests alike.
Set in London, United Kingdom, Lode is a house designed by NIKJOO in 2023. Small-scale developer Flawk curated the interiors in-house, balancing function and form with pieces designed and fabricated by local businesses. NIKJOO’s architectural details complement the contemporary design approach, featuring deep red brick exteriors warmed by Douglas fir window reveals, while exposed concrete and blockwork enhance energy performance, supporting a friendly and sustainable living experience.
The V10 Apartment, located in Milan, Italy, is a reimagined 300 sqm interior designed in 2024 by STUDIO18MILANO. Set within a 1930s building, the design embraces an eclectic aesthetic, balancing historical elements with contemporary features through a meticulous, complementary selection of materials, shapes, and colors. The designers aimed to enhance the apartment’s original charm while seamlessly integrating modern elements into the space.
Located in Milan, Italy, the MNAI Apartment is a 110-square-meter apartment finished in 2024, designed by STUDIO18MILANO. The apartment’s modern interior design underwent a complete transformation balancing vintage and contemporary furnishings. The renovation optimizes its space and creates flowing connections, notably featuring fabric-covered movable partitions, a staple of Gio Ponti’s work, allowing the apartment to adapt as needed, with an elegant design that embraces both modern and historical elements.
Located in Brno, Czech Republic, the Minimalist Apartment Renovation project was completed in 2023 by ika.architekti. The redesign targets simple, clean spaces incorporating curved lines. The design unifies all rooms with a wooden floor and white plaster walls, contrasting with a solid red troweled floor in the bathroom. The kitchen and living room areas were integrated, merging the prefabricated core structure with custom furniture and accessories, resulting in a tranquil and cohesive aesthetic.
The Grand House is located in Vĩnh Phúc, Vietnam. Designed by Km Architecture Office, the house features a modern yet traditional style. It prioritizes connection with ancestry through a spatial arrangement that maintains essential activities, including a spacious courtyard, private bedrooms for siblings, and a focal worship space.
Located in Pietrasanta, Italy, PTS B is a contemporary penthouse designed by A/B Studio in 2022. The project transformed an old workshop into a comfortable residence that cleverly combines space for family life with a home office. Designed to suit the owner’s requirements, the building is characterised by a minimal-industrial aesthetic, with bronzed details throughout and an array of custom-made furnishings.