Inverted House rethinks suburban living on the hillside of Tbilisi, Georgia, where TIMM confronts a neighborhood of fences by turning the dwelling inward. The single-family house in Okrokana replaces the conventional boundary wall with inhabitable architecture, shaping daily life around two gardens rather than distant views. Within this protective perimeter, light, proportion, and a calibrated use of wood and white surfaces set the tone for calm, introverted domesticity.
Vachnadziani Winery stands in the Alazani Valley of Vachnadziani, Georgia, where vineyards meet the distant line of the Caucasus Mountains. Designed by Laboratory of Architecture #3, the winery folds production, hospitality, and ritual into a single sculpted volume that reads more like an estate than a factory. Guests move from landscape to interior as if passing through a contemporary echo of Georgia’s long winemaking tradition.
Hotel KHIDI sits in Kiketi, Georgia, a compact hotel by Elene Skhvitaridze that looks into a canopy of oaks. Dark metal volumes step along the hillside while timber-lined rooms bring a quiet, natural warmth to the interior. Guests move across bridges and decks to reach suites with broad windows and inset terraces, where the palette stays simple and calm.
Discover More White than Off-white…, a minimalist apartment in Tbilisi, Georgia, designed by The Wall design studio in 2023. Spanning 112 m2, this family abode masterfully balances functional design with subtle, luxurious touches, featuring gradations of off-white paired with mint green, black, and gray accents for a serene yet sophisticated living space.
In the heart of Batumi, Georgia, renowned for its vibrant city center and scenic seaside, stands the Curvix penthouse – a testament to futuristic design by Stipfold. Offering unparalleled views of the Batumi Central Boulevard, this unique residence boasts a harmonious blend of fiber-concrete panels and biophilic elements, creating a seamless transition from a compact corridor to a luminous living space.
Dive into a vibrant splash of color and culture at the Ibis Budget Tbilisi, a playful and lively hotel located in Georgia’s bustling capital. Skillfully transformed by Studio Shoo in 2022, this hotel in Akhvlediani St, a locale renowned for its dynamic street art and lively music scene, redefines the traditional concept of budget hospitality.
Delight in unique features such as a musicassette-shaped front desk, a one-of-a-kind ping pong table by artist Ksenia Stoylik, and interiors that are inspired by the striking, smooth letters of the Georgian alphabet. This haven of creativity doesn’t just offer a place to stay; it offers an immersive, colorful journey into the soul of Tbilisi.
Grant Park house is a classic Atlanta craftsman style bungalow nestled in the historic Grant Park neighborhood. This once-dilapidated gem was revitalized by Architecturefirm in 2021, showcasing a fresh wooden design with a bright, airy interior.
Known for its charm and rich history, Grant Park provides the perfect backdrop for this stunning renovation. Experience the unique blend of intimate spaces and open living areas, brought to life by natural light that dances through skylights and reflects off soft white walls.
Located in the idyllic town of Tskneti, just up the hill from Tbilisi, Villa Ko is a modern house designed by Mua – Architecture & Placemaking in 2016.
Taking inspiration from Louis Kahn’s “servant Served” concept, the villa was designed to creatively invert indoor and outdoor spaces to make the most of the unattractive surroundings. The floor plan of the villa is broken into principal and functional spaces, making up one master bedroom, two children’s bedrooms, and two guest rooms. The light-filled atriums, courtyards, terraces, and swimming pool easily accessed from the kitchen and living room, further enhance the sense of isolation and privacy.
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