Situated along the Intracoastal Waterway in Florida, Family Retreat on Jupiter Island showcases traditional architecture with tropical refinement, designed by Ferguson & Shamamian Architects in 2015. The property features a robust exterior and an expansive porch that leads into generously open interior spaces. Designed to maximize views and natural light, the interiors display a pared-down aesthetic that embodies the house’s relaxed nature, establishing a seamless connection with extensive exterior living areas.
Located in Oakland, California, Oakland Hills is a house designed by Rae & Heath Architects in 2023. The home, built hastily after much of the immediate area burned in the 1991 Tunnel Fire, was updated to better serve the needs and tastes of its current owners with a sophisticated simplicity that draws inspiration from Scandinavian heritage and Danish design.
Located in San José del Cabo, Mexico, IMA House is a house designed by Ezequiel Farca Studio in 2020. This property ombines large concrete walls and patios, creating an atmosphere of serenity and fostering a strong connection with surrounding nature and the ocean, while encouraging natural light and cross ventilation.
Baan Ekkamai is a house designed by Physicalist, located in Bangkok, Thailand. Crafted in 2024, the project embodies a design philosophy fixated on domesticity. Renovated from a private quarter of a 70’s house in Ekkamai, Bangkok, this secluded one-bedroom wing creates a gently flowing interior space which smoothly transits between functions.
Balwyn House exemplifies contemporary architectural design, featuring a modern aesthetic and a bold monochrome color scheme. Designed in 2023 by C. Kairouz Architects, this family residence balances a dynamic facade of tiered volumes with an open floor plan.
Situated in Balwyn North, Australia, the residence integrates high-quality materials, abundant natural light, and a subtle interior palette that highlights its surrounding landscape, drawing inspiration from modern Japanese design and wabi-sabi principles.
Tidal House is a modern home on the Solway Coast in Dumfriesshire, Scotland, designed by Brown&Brown. Arranged over two floors, it features larch cladding, expansive glazing, and smoked clay brick. Positioned on the River Urr’s tidal estuary, it offers panoramic sea views.
House has recently completed Anadu Pine Villa, a refined resort in Huzhou, China, designed in 2023. The boutique resort features three guest suites with panoramic views, complemented by a wine and cigar bar. The minimalist structures, positioned to harmonize with the natural landscape, offer a unique retreat experience, emphasizing local craftsmanship with reclaimed wood furnishings.
Z Ø is a house designed by Beta Ø located in Madrid, Spain. The contemporary dwelling features living quarters facing a garden, which serves as the green heart of the home. During its 2023 design phase, the original concrete structure was exposed, inviting natural light indoors. Minimal furniture design, using polished metal, wood, and stone, further helped create a refined atmosphere in this remarkable living space.
