Laceback Terrace by LaRue Architects harmonizes with its sloping terrain in the United States. Predominantly single-story, the design features en suite bedrooms, an exercise room with terrace access, and a soothing dry sauna. The exterior combines rugged limestone, sleek metal panels, and warm Sapele wood siding for a cohesive look.
Situated on the captivating island of Florianópolis in southern Brazil, the Ponte House by TETRO Arquitetura is a residential masterpiece that seamlessly blends with its breathtaking natural surroundings. Designed in 2024, this striking house takes inspiration from the iconic Hercílio Luz Bridge, integrating its steel and perforated sheet elements to create a harmonious architectural expression that transcends the functional aspects of a typical home.
The Mawhitipana House, designed by MacKayCurtis in Auckland, New Zealand, is a stunning 2022 holiday home that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. Situated on a steep, elevated site with sweeping views over Mawhitipana Bay, the house features a long, timber deck that spans the entire width of the narrow lot, strategically placed between the property’s mature Pōhutukawa trees.
The owners’ brief, to maximize sun, views, and outdoor living, is expertly fulfilled by this simple yet elegant design, which places a timber box for sleeping and bathing above the deck, creating a delicate, nature-inspired retreat.
Tucked into the picturesque hills of Los Angeles, the Dimmick Drive Houses designed by Freelandbuck showcase a contemporary architectural style with strong rectilinear forms and a restrained material palette.
These 2,000-square-foot residences feature bright, open spaces and abundant picture windows that invite the California sun inside, creating a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor living areas.
Welcome to the Bernal Turret, a post-modern, minimalist hillside house nestled in the vibrant city of San Francisco, California. A creation of Blue Truck Studio, this originally 80’s house has undergone a stunning transformation to embody the spirit of the 21st century. Balancing geometry and expansiveness, the design leans into the property’s unique shape, creating an intimate yet open atmosphere.
Admire the trapezoid-inspired kitchen island that mirrors the house’s form, and lose yourself in the warmth of the detailed craftsmanship, even in the most unusual spaces.
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