Casa Petra is a retreat in Ceglie Messapica, Italy, designed by Alessia Angelini. It combines local architecture with contemporary design, featuring three renovated lamie and minimalist interiors. The retreat includes a raised terrace with a pool, outdoor kitchen, and Mediterranean garden, providing space for relaxation amidst a vineyard and olive grove.
In 2022, the single-story residence known as Casa Quase Verde was built by PSB Architects. Located in Ovar, Portugal, this beautiful house mixes modern architecture with natural beauty. Its ‘nearly green’ outside and intelligent design create a peaceful hideaway that effortlessly integrates interior living areas with vibrant greenery outside. This is a place where openness and seclusion can both be enjoyed at once: it’s a home where open spaces are valued without sacrificing privacy.
The Bayview house, designed by Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects in 2022, stands proudly in Hermosa Beach, CA. This modern family residence combines minimalist design with thoughtful features tailored for a multicultural lifestyle. Using a crisp palette of monochromatic materials, it seamlessly integrates vibrant indoor and outdoor spaces, providing a unique coastal living experience.
Shi House, designed by HW Studio Arquitectos, is a stunning modern residence located in Morelia, Mexico. This remarkable house showcases a unique blend of vertical and horizontal design elements. It artfully combines natural stone with a striking white volume, harmonizing with the surrounding mountain landscape to create an inviting and balanced living space.
William Tozer Associates‘ Rectilinear Intersect in Stoke Newington, London, is a captivating house design that blends modern and traditional elements. The project, completed in 2023, features a composition of white-rendered and slate-clad rectilinear volumes offset horizontally and vertically, echoing the artwork of Gordon Matta-Clark.
Brighton House in Brighton, Australia, showcases a thoughtful blend of contemporary and historical architecture. Designed by Figr., this house enhances its classic charm through a sympathetic extension, perfect for family gatherings and retirement living. The project embraces open-plan living, utilizing sustainable materials while preserving original character elements, creating a unique residential experience.
Sabino 10 is a captivating residence in Querétaro City, Mexico, designed by Editorial in 2023. This house redefines its spatial boundaries on a narrow plot, maximizing its views while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic through a thoughtful selection of materials, including concrete, wood, and marble.
The floor plan follows an “L” shape layout, encompassing essential areas such as the living room, dining room, kitchen, bedrooms, and services, with a studio featuring independent access. The arrangement of the three volumes forms a central patio, creating a sense of visual openness throughout the residence.
Nestled in the heart of Vienna, Austria, Apartment A showcases the exceptional design work of destilat Design Studio. This 180 m2 flat in a prestigious old building was carefully remodeled to meet the needs of a young family, even with the challenges of travel restrictions during the pandemic. The design features a palette of subtle natural tones, high-quality sustainable materials, and a thoughtful lighting concept that creates a calming, harmonious atmosphere.