Studio mk27 has designed a house in Guarujá, Brazil, suspended on stilts to preserve the surrounding tropical forest. Completed in 2023, Canopy House features sliding glass panels and an elevated platform overlooking the canopies. The interior design celebrates Brazilian culture, incorporating contemporary design, traditional craftsmanship, and original artwork.
House G, designed by the Ljubljana-based ARP Studio, is nestled among the olive groves of the Istrian landscape in Spodnje Škofije, Slovenia. Completed in 2022, this single-story house is based on a square layout, combining flat and gabled roofs. The design centers around a void atrium that allows for gradation of spaces, offering privacy while linking living and sleeping areas.
The Kresta Garden House #01 in Madrid, Spain, showcases Lucas y Hernández-Gil Arquitectos‘ design prowess. The office features an innovative greenhouse-inspired aesthetic that blurs boundaries between indoors and outdoors. Designed in 2023, the multipurpose structure elevates the original bungalow, complemented by a lush garden and adaptable interior elements, creating a seamless environment ideal for work, relaxation, and creativity while fostering a deep connection with the natural setting.
Alessia Garibaldi updated Citylife Apartment, located in Milan, Italy, in 2024. Known for offering her services for exclusive projects in the city, Garibaldi designed a quiet and sustainable green oasis with both private and professional spaces. Rigid and minimal interiors in beige, forest green, ivory, and burnt earth tones feature hidden cabinets and artistic decor.
Casa T is a 287-square-metre house transformation by Menorca-based architecture studio Gabriel Montañés. Gabriel Montañés reinvigorated a traditional farmhouse in Spain, abandoned for 20 years, infusing it with contemporary life while preserving original features and materials intrinsic to Menorcan culture.
Located in Rome, Italy, Casa Rapsodia is an apartment that exhibits a bold minimalist interior infused with vibrant contemporary touches, designed in 2024 by Punto Zero. The flat features a stimulating interplay of traditional Roman architecture and modern design elements. Distinctive accents delineate and separate spaces, presenting strong color contrasts between the historic features and the audacious new components. Cool tones interact with pop-inspired accents for a captivating aesthetic.
Tiny Grandeur by llabb cleverly transforms a section of a historic Genoa palace into a compact apartment. Designed in 2024, the space maximizes every opportunity, featuring a double-height living area illuminated by three large windows. The design preserves the original terrazzo flooring and decorative stuccoes, blending historical elements with contemporary touches.
Studio Arte Architecture & Design has transformed an old ruin into a unique house in Monchique, Portugal. Completed in 2024, the Quinta da Lila offers a blend of rustic charm and contemporary comfort. The spacious interiors are bathed in natural light, with modern amenities integrated seamlessly into the historic architecture. The renovation incorporates eco-friendly principles, using materials like cork for insulation and refraining from standard plaster to maintain the stone walls’ breathability.