The Cottage in La Vera is a vacation house located in Extremadura, Spain. Designed by Ábaton, this project blends traditional architecture with contemporary comforts, showcasing respect for the original structure while incorporating modern trends. Surrounded by mountains and forests, the cottage features open living spaces and large windows that bring stunning views of the natural surroundings inside, creating a harmonious connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
House DMD, designed by Fabrikat arhitektura d.o.o., is a modern house located in Cerklje na Gorenjskem, Slovenia. This two-storey house features an elongated volume and a gable roof, showcasing a design that adapts to its sloping surroundings. It boasts a combination of materials, including a base of stone and plaster, and timber cladding, while prioritizing sustainability, natural integration, and exceptional views throughout.
Nestled in Seattle, Washington, the Ballard Passive House serves as a prime example showcasing forward-thinking design and eco-friendliness. Brought to fruition in the summer of 2019 by First Lamp Architects, this abode epitomizes the standards established by the Passive House Institute. Its architectural design marries state-of-the-art technology with painstaking construction techniques, resulting in a residence that is both energy-savvy and inviting.
This Three Gables residence in Boulder, Colorado, designed by Studio B Architecture + Interiors, reflects an outdoorsy lifestyle amidst shared open space and mature cottonwood trees. The full-service house project harmoniously orchestrates the layout into three distinct gabled volumes, each serving a specific function—a sleeping pod, a living/kitchen/dining pod, and a hobby pod.