This apartment building in Glyfada, Greece, designed by Concept Studio in 2023, showcases an exceptional integration of the structure with its surrounding urban landscape. The six-level development features four independent houses, two maisonettes, and two apartments occupying an entire floor, all optimized for sea and mountain views.
The free-form plan prioritizes the main living areas on the front, benefiting from southern orientation, while bedrooms in the background enjoy cross-ventilation, ensuring energy efficiency up to class A+.
Crafted with a modern, yet timeless vision, the Casale Mirari residence in Ragusa, Italy, showcases the exceptional design prowess of DFG Architetti Associati. This luxurious contemporary home seamlessly blends traditional Sicilian architecture with cutting-edge amenities, creating a harmonious oasis amidst the rolling Iblean countryside. Featuring an expansive, panoramic kitchen and dining area, the property’s thoughtful conversion has breathed new life into a once-neglected gem, preserving the rich heritage of the region.
Located in the quaint town of Grândola, Portugal, the Melides House by José Adrião Architects is a stunning example of modern architecture seamlessly blending with the surrounding countryside. This single-family residence, designed in 2023, features a thoughtful layout that maximizes natural light and ventilation, creating a harmonious indoor-outdoor living experience.
The property’s unique characteristics, including its origins as a forester’s or farmer’s retreat, have been skillfully incorporated into the design, preserving the essence of the site while elevating it with contemporary sensibilities.
The Habka House, designed by Estúdio MRGB in Brasília, Brazil, is a remarkable example of architectural simplicity that seamlessly integrates with its surrounding landscape. This 2021 residential project showcases the designer’s ability to navigate the site’s complex topography, access, and environmental preservation area, resulting in a harmonious and captivating design.
Approximately 20 kilometers from Brasília’s Plano Piloto, the Ribas House by Estúdio MRGB showcases a thoughtful balance between private and social spaces. Designed in 2018, this Brazilian house features a unique layout with four reinforced concrete walls anchoring two parallel metallic pavilions, creating a central courtyard that brings light and vegetation to the living areas.
Designed by the acclaimed KLIMA architecture firm, the Crest Haus in Park City, United States, is a stunning example of modern, efficient living. This 2020 house project features 14-inch thick walls that protect the family retreat, situated amidst the breathtaking vistas of the Uinta and Oquirrh mountain ranges. Driven by the idea of a structure bending to the will of strong gusts, the geometric cube design is given a sculptural twist, clad in cedar siding to seamlessly integrate with the surrounding woods.
Ramp Studio‘s latest masterpiece, the Terrace House, stands tall in Imperia, Italy, showcasing a contemporary design that seamlessly blends with the region’s strict seismic regulations and cultural heritage constraints.
This exceptional residence boasts an array of sustainable features, including a wooden CLT panel structure, a 100% electricity-powered operation with 50% derived from PV panels, and a water-efficient landscape with native plant species and rainwater harvesting for irrigation. The Terrace House has achieved the highest energy performance rating (A4) in the Italian system, making it a shining example of eco-conscious architecture.
Connect Homes‘ House 022, a stunning example of modern architectural design, is nestled in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, United States. This 2018 residential project, a Connect 6T model, showcases the brand’s commitment to sustainable and innovative home design. Crafted with a keen eye for detail and a focus on functional elegance, House 022 seamlessly blends its contemporary aesthetic with the surrounding West Los Angeles landscape, creating a harmonious living experience for its residents.
