Casa F&V, designed by Archiplan Studio in 2023, redefines the historic farmhouse in Florence, Tuscany. Showcasing a minimalist design infused with sensual materials, this house blends traditional Tuscan aesthetics with contemporary interior sensibilities, embodying an embracing tranquility that resonates with Florence’s heritage.
Designed by renowned Czech architect Petr Jančálek, the Prague 1 Flat showcases a stunning transformation of a historic apartment in the heart of Prague, Czech Republic. This complete reconstruction and extension project, completed in 2023, seamlessly blends the property’s original classicist charm with modern elements and technologies, creating a harmonious living space that celebrates the apartment’s rich heritage.
Featuring a new roof dormer, an outdoor atrium, and meticulously restored wooden beamed ceilings, this apartment project exemplifies the designer’s vision to revive the artistic values of the historic apartment while thoughtfully incorporating contemporary design sensibilities.
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.
Tucked in the charming village of Kunitz, just 5 km from the vibrant city of Jena, Germany, stands the captivating project known as Feuer & Flamme. Designed by the talented duo of Adlich & Fliedner in 2024, this former fire station has been transformed into a remarkable hotel, blending the building’s rich history with contemporary design.
Featuring striking architectural elements, including two bonneted roofs and expansive windows, the property seamlessly integrates the existing quarry stone walls, creating a harmonious balance between old and new.
Villa Petra by Bomori Architetti, a vacation rental villa in Modica, Italy, merges ancient charm with contemporary design.
Originating from the early 1000s and nestled in Sicily’s historic heart, it offers a unique blend of minimalistic style and traditional Sicilian architecture, enhanced with modern furnishings and outdoor redesigns, including a serene water feature.
Discover the transformative elegance of the Modern Extension to a 1928 Californian Bungalow, a project that redefines the Kensington Park neighborhood in Australia. Glasshouse designs bring forth a functional yet stylish second-story loft that harmonizes with the historic charm of its surroundings.
This extension, designed in 2022, features a striking balance of brickwork and modern materials, creating a contemporary homage to the classic red brick of the original structure. Inside, the use of natural light and clever storage solutions merge to craft a family-friendly space that’s as smart as it is sophisticated.
Discover the captivating blend of history and modernity at the Gallarej Farmhouse in Fontanafredda, Italy. PlaC‘s 2022 redesign has transformed this historic property into a diffuse hotel nestled amidst the World Heritage vineyards of Langhe.
Experience the sweeping views, unique rooms, and the enticing blend of traditional architecture and contemporary design elements.
Discover Casa Paakal, a masterpiece of architectural restoration nestled in the heart of Mérida, Mexico’s oldest Santiago neighborhood. Ingeniously redesigned by Workshop: Diseño y Construcción in 2022, this early 20th-century house gracefully interweaves historic charm with contemporary design elements.
From its high-ceilinged corridors and custom floor patterns to the innovative incorporation of new materials, Casa Paakal effortlessly marries the old and the new. Experience the house’s unique allure where past and present converge, creating captivating spaces that respect Mérida’s rich history while embracing modern living.
