This stunning house in Guardamar del Segura, designed by renowned architect Bernardo Cerrato, showcases a clever solution to the challenges posed by the narrow plot.
Located in Alicante, Spain, the 2022 project features a central courtyard that serves as the key element, allowing natural light and ventilation to reach all the main rooms. The inverted floor plan, with private spaces on the first floor and the day area on the second, demonstrates the designer’s thoughtful approach to balancing functionality and comfort.
Situated in the picturesque town of Tumbaco, Ecuador, Casa Cangahua is a captivating residential project designed by the renowned architectural firm Diez+Muller. This single-family house, completed in 2021, seamlessly blends into its natural surroundings, with its concrete walls and sculpted brick volume reflecting the nearby mountain range. The design philosophy emphasizes a journey of discovery, where the house reveals itself gradually to the user, creating a sense of intrigue and wonder.
Located in the quiet residential area of Villanueva de la Cañada, Spain, the stunning Villafranca House is a masterpiece of domestic architecture designed by the acclaimed OOIIO Architecture firm in 2024. This custom-built family home seamlessly blends urban sophistication with a harmonious connection to its natural surroundings, crafting a truly remarkable living experience.
The Corner Villa designed by Arash Madani Design Studio in Sorkhab, Iran, is a captivating residential project that seamlessly combines communal spaces for gatherings and private sanctuaries. Crafted with precision, this house features a unique courtyard layout that ensures the privacy of the owner while enabling energy-efficient practices.
The villa’s distinctive geometric design with broken lines and lozenges not only creates expansive balconies but also provides shading to maintain thermal comfort. The project’s intelligent construction techniques and material choices highlight the beauty of the architecture while reducing environmental impact.
This apartment building in Glyfada, Greece, designed by Concept Studio in 2023, showcases an exceptional integration of the structure with its surrounding urban landscape. The six-level development features four independent houses, two maisonettes, and two apartments occupying an entire floor, all optimized for sea and mountain views.
The free-form plan prioritizes the main living areas on the front, benefiting from southern orientation, while bedrooms in the background enjoy cross-ventilation, ensuring energy efficiency up to class A+.
The West Lynn Residence in Austin, Texas, designed by A Parallel Architecture, is a captivating blend of historic preservation and modern design. This 2022 project showcases the architects’ ability to seamlessly integrate a run-down Georgian Revival-style home with a sleek, contemporary addition, creating a striking juxtaposition of architectural eras. The result is a harmonious, high-performance residence that respects the past while embracing the future.
Discover LRN, a masterful creation by Farmer Payne Architects in Sun Valley, ID. This contemporary house, designed in 2023, offers an energy-efficient sanctuary seamlessly integrated into the rugged terrain. Sophistication meets sustainability in this luxurious residence, where expansive windows and sleek interiors maximize the breathtaking mountain views, crafting an exquisite indoor-outdoor living experience.
The Amsterdam Loft, designed by Michiel Hilbrink and located in Amsterdam, Netherlands, represents a profound transformation of an apartment space within an historical corporation building from 1924. This apartment renovation, distinguished by its open-plan layout and cozy private areas, contrasts modern living conveniences with classical architectural elements like the Russian pine roof. The intelligent use of space, light, and top-tier materials makes this loft a premier example of contemporary apartment living, completed in 2024.
