Hale Kiawe, a harmonious retreat in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, showcases the expertise of renowned architect Walker Warner. Designed in 2021, this minimalist house embodies the principles of Vastu Shastra, an ancient Indian architectural system, to create a soulful and welcoming sanctuary for a couple seeking a permanent home in their beloved vacation destination. The design team’s thoughtful integration of the site’s natural history and the clients’ heritage has resulted in a residence that beautifully merges the built and natural environments.
Casa F&V, designed by Archiplan Studio in 2023, redefines the historic farmhouse in Florence, Tuscany. Showcasing a minimalist design infused with sensual materials, this house blends traditional Tuscan aesthetics with contemporary interior sensibilities, embodying an embracing tranquility that resonates with Florence’s heritage.
The George Orwell Apartment in Barcelona, Spain, designed by CULTO Interior Design in 2022, showcases a harmonious blend of historic architectural features and contemporary elegance. This 125 sqm penthouse apartment, part of a 1769 building’s extensive renovation, boasts a natural color palette and clean, curated lines that create a timeless oasis in the heart of the city. Thoughtfully designed elements, such as glass-panel walls and slimline wardrobes, maximize natural light and unobstructed views, while the 125 sqm terrace offers a private outdoor living and entertaining space.
The Smichov Natural Apartment in Prague, Czech Republic, is a stunning modern home designed by Iva Hájková in 2023. Featuring an industrial-inspired aesthetic with concrete, dark windows, and metal elements, the apartment’s hard and visually clean exterior belies a warm, cozy interior. Responding to the building’s industrial character with lightness and subtlety, the designer has incorporated natural materials like wood, stone, and handcrafted ceramics to create a peaceful, relaxing haven amidst the city’s fast-paced energy.
Designed by South Architects Limited in 2020, the Concrete Copper Home in Christchurch, New Zealand, showcases a stunning blend of natural materials. This suburban house, situated with a beautiful outlook towards a nearby stream, features a unique palette of concrete, copper, and timber.
The lineal concrete forms are strategically staggered across the site, allowing occupants to enjoy sun exposure throughout the day, while the sculptural roof ties the design together. The copper element rises from the ground at the entry, stretching over the living spaces to envelop the first-floor sleeping quarters, creating a captivating architectural statement.
Malfinio‘s masterful 2023 redesign of the E19 Apartment in Prague, Czech Republic, showcases a harmonious blend of space, light, and artistic solitaires. This functionalist-style apartment renovation prioritizes the generosity of empty space, transforming it into a laboratory of material exploration and durability. With a custom, permeating furniture block and Klára Spišková’s captivating artwork, the E19 Apartment embodies a unique balance of softness and roughness, expertly woven throughout its design.
Nestled atop a towering skyscraper in Israel, this apartment designed by Nitzan Horowitz showcases a harmonious blend of modern minimalism and timeless elegance. The Layout Plan project transforms a residential environment into a true home, balancing functionality and aesthetics to create a space that resonates with the homeowners’ artistic sensibilities and appreciation for quality materials.
The Downside-up apartment designed by Clinicaurbana in Treviso, Italy, showcases a captivating inversion of spatial hierarchies. Featuring a dominant concrete soffit that dictates the room dynamics, this 2023 project subverts traditional design norms. The horizontal plane counteracts the vertical wooden panels, creating a harmonious interplay of elements. Traversing the space, tortuous profiles weave along the architectural lines, seamlessly integrating domestic furnishings and equipment, evoking a “delirium of detail” that captivates the eye.
