Located in Paris, France, Apartment S is a sleek 93-square-metre (1,001-square-foot) flat with a minimalist design that reflects natural light across the space. Completed in 2018 by French studio Heros Architecture, the apartment features three main furniture pieces that create and organise the layout, which further highlights the space’s clean aesthetic.
The Origami Apartment is located in Curitiba, Brazil; designed by Tulli Studio; and encompasses 82 square meters (883 square feet). The project is a sophisticated, minimalist home filled with meaning that combines Japanese culture, natural materials, and a custom design to embrace the residents’ history.
This house located in Los Angeles, United States, was designed in 2023 by Studio Balestra. Reimagined by Adriano Balestra through a dialogue between Belgian rigor and Japanese minimalism, this residence is a study in serenity and contrast. Sculptural furnishings, natural materials, and soft patinas unfold across a neutral palette, offering a meditative domestic atmosphere.
Designed in 2020 by Atelier MEME, the Futtsu Weekend House is located in Chiba, Japan. Nestled along the coastline, it features a design that intentionally emphasizes the relationship with its natural surroundings, offering captivating views of both sea and mountains. The home frames its landscapes, capturing the ebb and flow of the ocean and the embrace of densely foliated hills, creating a unique sense of tranquility and liberation from daily life.
This Japandi Apartment in Panama City, Panama, designed by Anna Faligowska of PIEKNO Studio, showcases Scandinavian warmth and Japanese calm. Completed in 2025, the apartment captures a thoughtful balance between function and emotion, with soft wood textures, ample natural light, and spaces that evoke a sense of belonging. The design philosophy transforms the apartment into a sanctuary that nurtures connections and inspires growth, reflecting simplicity, authenticity, and nature.
Meadow House is a house designed by Mark English Architects in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. Mark English Architects also designed the interior of the residence, which showcases features influenced by Korean and Californian styles.
The house is nestled within the Santa Lucia Preserve and boasts elements like deep terraces, wide corridors, and a sunken lounge that provide an inviting connection to the surrounding landscape.
The Lake View Residence, situated in Austin, TX, showcases a tranquil fusion of nature with contemporary design. Finished in 2011 by designer Alterstudio Architecture, this house captures awe-inspiring views of the Colorado River alongside the charming Bright Leaf Preserve. The architectural intent signifies a serene partnership with the natural environment, enriched by a lush tapestry of age-old trees and a restrained focus on open spaces and serene interiors.
Built in 1979, this condo is one of four in a development designed by prominent Pacific Northwest architect Gordon Walker. The project sought to build upon Walker’s legacy, merging the essence of Pacific Northwest design with the owner’s unique experiences and tastes. Balancing respect for Walker’s architectural legacy with the needs of modern living, the remodel emphasizes open but defined spaces, abundant natural light, and elements of Japanese and Korean design.