Apartment NM in Lisbon, Portugal, is a contemporary refuge redesigned by architect Nuno Nascimento. Serving as his personal residence, the apartment reflects his lifestyle and architectural vision. Prioritising functionality and natural light, the renovation incorporates an open layout, custom furnishings, and discreet yet elegant materials.
The redesign not only exemplifies residential renovation but also expresses the studio’s evolving design ideas and philosophies.
The found Object apartment exemplifies the “Reclaimed Material” design philosophy by William Tozer Associates. Located in the United Kingdom, this apartment reveals unique industrial features. The iron beams and soaring ceilings associate it with its past, while raw materials such as concrete, brick, and steel communicate its history. Modern elements offer contrast and narrative layers, blending textures and stimulating interest through visual discovery and storytelling to create a cohesive interior environment.
Studio Archville has created a neatly aligned, clutter-free Lagom apartment in Pune, India. Pared and subtle, the 850-square-foot (79-square-metre) space features natural materials and a neutral color palette selected to create a calming atmosphere.
The apartment was designed to incorporate elements of Japanese and Scandinavian interior styles, combined to create a fusion style known as “Japandi”.
Situated in the tranquil scenery of Monopoli, Italy, the Trulli Lamascrasciola, conceived by the inventive Antonio Giannoccaro, exemplifies a deep-rooted admiration for its pastoral origins. Finished in 2024, this dwelling artfully rejuvenates conventional architectures while incorporating sleek modern design features.
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.
Corfu House on the Greek island of Corfu underwent interior design refinement in 2023 by Georgios Apostolopoulos. Initially imagined by Tony Wynbourne and a local architect, the property’s design was further developed in collaboration with Apostolopoulos to blend contemporary design with the surrounding landscape.
The house, oriented along an east-west axis, features unobstructed views of the sea, with exterior stone walls and minimalist interiors that highlight panoramic vistas and embrace the natural environment.
Architecture studio CHROFI has revamped a property in Collaroy, Australia, balancing ocean views with garden vistas. Designed in 2021, Long Reef House was transformed with a neutral color palette, emphasising subtle level transitions and rich detailing. The redesign focused on connecting the home to its surroundings, incorporating expansive glazing and exterior balconies. Despite maintaining the original floor space, the house was reimagined to suit a modern family’s needs, aligning with its coastal context.
Boundaries Blur in a Home of Freedom and Flexibility, an apartment in Guangzhou, China, showcases a design by One Fine Day Studio & Partners completed in 2024. An elegant interplay between stone and teak is achieved while fostering an atmosphere of “comfortable longevity.” With an emphasis on natural, functional comfort, the space fosters tranquility, minimalism, and harmony with nature, enriched by cozy corners for every member of the household.
