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.
The Mawhitipana House, designed by MacKayCurtis in Auckland, New Zealand, is a stunning 2022 holiday home that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. Situated on a steep, elevated site with sweeping views over Mawhitipana Bay, the house features a long, timber deck that spans the entire width of the narrow lot, strategically placed between the property’s mature Pōhutukawa trees.
The owners’ brief, to maximize sun, views, and outdoor living, is expertly fulfilled by this simple yet elegant design, which places a timber box for sleeping and bathing above the deck, creating a delicate, nature-inspired retreat.
Architect Donald Luckenbill, a senior architect at the practice of Paul Rudolph, completed work on Oceanus House, a stunning modernist residence situated atop Mount Olympus in Los Angeles, United States, in 1992.
Good Project Company was tasked with a thoughtful modernization of the property, employing a reductive detailing strategy to emphasize the home’s striking horizontality and the seamless integration of indoor and outdoor living areas.
Bohlin Cywinski Jackson‘s Henry Island Guesthouse in San Juan County, Washington, is a thoughtful response to evolving a family retreat on a remote location. This 1,350-square-foot addition to a secluded site in the San Juan Islands offers guests immersion within a remarkable natural environment, with a compact linear form, restrained material selection, and strategies for occupant wellbeing.
Designed by the renowned MAKHNO Studio, the Farby Apartment in Kyiv, Ukraine, is a captivating two-story family home that seamlessly blends diverse styles and artistic elements. This eclectic apartment, completed in 2020, offers a delightful balance of “adult” sophistication and whimsical charm, catering to the clients’ vision of a space that celebrates both calibration and childlike wonder.
The Vista House in North Vancouver, Canada, designed by the BLA Design Group in 2023, showcases a unique architectural approach that seamlessly integrates the home with its picturesque surroundings.
Offering a striking blend of modern design and natural elements, this single-story house nestles gently into the mountainous landscape, creating a harmonious connection between the built and natural environments.
In Casablanca, Morocco, Studio CAYS has reimagined the traditional home design with their 2024 project, the Rak House. This extraordinary house challenges conventional living arrangements, creating a grand, open-concept space that seamlessly blends the interior and exterior.
Featuring a 18-meter-long and 12-meter-wide reception area, the Rak House prioritizes harmonious living, with a vast living room and expansive dining area that cater to both intimate and social moments.
Immerse yourself in the stunning design of a two-storey villa in Limassol, Cyprus, by Olga Gusarova. Blending minimalism with eclecticism, this house features panoramic views of the Mediterranean coast and mountains, Greek marble, walnut wood, and a carefully restored vintage rosewood table. The harmonious color palette and modern-vintage fusion create a serene and stylish living space.
