In Mérida, Mexico, architect Reyes Rosiñol has designed a house, named Casa O, that represents the syncretism between the worldview of the Maya civilization and the ideas brought by the Spanish. The design features a central “sacbé,” or “white road,” that connects spaces, embraces a guaya tree, and is crowned with a circular pool, all of which reflect the region’s cultural identity over time.
Studio Didea has refurbished an apartment in Palermo, Italy, that celebrates its occupants’ contrasting professional backgrounds while highlighting its original decorative elements. The home is called Casa Florio – a portmanteau of its owners’ surnames Savarino and Lupo – nodding to entrepreneur Emanuele Savarino’s tech company SaLu Suites Systems, run with his wife, Floriana Savarino. The couple commissioned Palazzo Malaspina owners Fabio Rocca and archiphilosophy to look after their holiday let and digital detox retreat.
Banality Studio designed the interior of a family house in Tuklaty, Czech Republic. The single-story dwelling emphasizes simplicity and modesty, drawing inspiration from its rural surroundings. Employing natural materials like oak and spruce, the design aligns with the village’s character.
Situated in the core of Silicon Valley, the Ormonde dwelling epitomizes the ingenuity of Koami Architecture. This breathtaking abode, previously confined to a stale, gloomy color scheme, has experienced an extraordinary metamorphosis. Now, it exudes a vibe fusing Japanese inspiration with California-modern aesthetics, showcasing bright interiors that form a seamless connection with the exterior.
Located in Bandung, West Java, Elua House by Patio Livity merges two separate masses to symbolize a couple’s journey. Designed in 2023, it features a blank white facade, natural stone, and a perforated metal fence. Inside, a koi pond, skylight, and zen garden blend functionality and aesthetics, emphasizing natural light and passive cooling.
Bradley Edwards Architects designed this home on an old trout farm in Springdale, Arkansas. Known as TFR Residence, the house features a modern design with a clear formal language and an elemental material palette. Positioned on a steep hillside, the house includes three bedrooms and utilises concrete, glass, and charred wood.
The Olive and Caper House, located in Naples, Italy, is a house designed by Valentina Autiero in a style that embraces minimalism and functionality. Nestled within a vast garden, this property covers only 45 square meters (484 square feet), and its unique design reflects a thoughtful approach to space and well-being. Finalized in 2024, it embodies harmony between the indoors and the lush, natural surroundings.
Balwyn House exemplifies contemporary architectural design, featuring a modern aesthetic and a bold monochrome color scheme. Designed in 2023 by C. Kairouz Architects, this family residence balances a dynamic facade of tiered volumes with an open floor plan.
Situated in Balwyn North, Australia, the residence integrates high-quality materials, abundant natural light, and a subtle interior palette that highlights its surrounding landscape, drawing inspiration from modern Japanese design and wabi-sabi principles.
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