The Seattle-based interior designers at Studio AM took inspiration from the owners’ Oregon farm and ties to the music industry to fit out this apartment in the city’s Rainier Square Tower. Designed in 2023, the 4,150-square-foot Rainier Tower Residence combines three units, which are maximized for sweeping views of Seattle’s skyline and surrounding landscape. Distinctive elements like an acrylic piano and a 660-gallon saltwater aquarium help to unify the expansive spaces and create a luxurious urban retreat.
François Leite combined Japanese and Portuguese influences in this single-story home and gallery in Porto, Portugal, designed with unique features. The design focuses on a harmonious coexistence of living spaces and a “patio” dominated by granite rock.
Nestled on Brooklyn’s waterfront, the Kent Avenue Penthouse by Norm Architects offers a serene escape with views of the East River and Manhattan skyline. Completed in 2024, this New York apartment features an open-plan layout and sunken terrace with a plunge pool. The design blends industrial vibes with soft minimalism and tactile materials, creating a contemporary yet intimate atmosphere.
The GM Arquitecto team designed Casa E+E in Spain to offer spectacular views over the Mediterranean. Completed in 2024, this 283-square-metre house blends modern features with the essence of the original building. The design includes a sea-facing veranda with wooden sliding shutters and a reconstructed roof for natural ventilation. Its minimalist interiors ensure an unobstructed view, aiming to harmonize indoor and outdoor life without distractions.
Florence, Italy’s Villa M was renovated by Pierattelli Architetture in 2024. The single-family house features three floors and boasts typically Tuscan characteristics. Insights spotlight its architectural precision and exposure to well-balanced southern light.
The home comprises a dining room, library, four main bedrooms, and a kitchen accented with a prominent marble counter. Outside, a 20-meter pool and reclaimed pool house, alongside a golf practice area, present a serene setting, all enhancing its captivating allure.
Designed in 2023 by Roovice, Apartment in Kamakura is nestled in Japan’s mountainous region. This residential space underwent a modern transformation, integrating its natural surroundings and featuring exposed structures. The design incorporates a green color scheme in the kitchen and lauan wood details, balancing concrete with warm wooden elements.
OPAL Architecture has nestled a modest home known as Sandbox into Cape Cod’s sand dunes, lined with brightly toned bedrooms, a deck and a neat living room. A “typical gable form” was rotated and extended to provide a series of spaces which are “less private”, such as a garage, located in the middle of the L-shaped home. As the spaces inside become more intimate, rooms were organised with larger and smaller windows set in darkened frames.
Studio Krubka has completed the retail space for fashion brand Club21 in Bangkok, Thailand. Designed in 2024, the shop is situated in the One Bangkok complex. The interior features a mix of modern and traditional elements, creating a unique shopping experience.
