Sited at the end of a right-of-way in a Remuera subdivision, Green House boasts stunning views of Hobson Bay in Auckland, New Zealand. Created by Daniel Marshall Architects in 2019, the property captivates with its blend of modern sophistication and innovative design. The renovation revamps the interiors of this house while preserving its distinctive connection to nature through both horizontal and vertical exterior elements, showcasing a commitment to contemporary living.
Casa Pirul is a house located in Tepeji, Mexico. It was designed by Romero de la Mora and constructed in 2025. Characterized by innovative architecture, this project achieves harmonious integration with the surrounding environment and emphasizes a commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. Casa Pirul optimizes both local resources and materials, using eco-technologies such as photovoltaic panels, rainwater collection systems, and certified suppliers for construction materials.
H+L HOUSE is a two-storey house located in Ribeirao Preto, Brazil. Designed by Mariana Orsi arquitetura + design and completed in 2025, the house features a design that maximises transparency and connection to the outdoors, utilising materials like concrete, stone, wood, steel, and glass.
House GS, a house located in Cieneguilla, Peru, was completed in 2014 by designer Vicca Verde. The design takes as a reference the typical rammed earth walls of the region: it follows the same construction process but reinterprets it in a contemporary way, using concrete tinted in earth tones. The concrete work is complemented by metal structures that allow for large spans and create the wide sloped roof, with few support points, over the main loft unit.
The Sugar Shack Residence, located in Austin, TX, in the United States, was designed by Alterstudio Architecture and completed in 2016. This house embodies a distinctive relationship with its natural surroundings, featuring a clever layout and a contemporary architectural style that maximizes the interplay of light and lush landscapes. Its elegant design seamlessly integrates various interior spaces while showcasing a striking combination of materials, creating a harmonious sanctuary influenced by its unique setting.
Set in the picturesque town of Wānaka, this house embodies simplicity and warmth, drawing inspiration from the rugged charm of mountain huts while maintaining a refined aesthetic. Designed to accommodate multiple families during holidays, the home offers comfortable, sunlit spaces that promote relaxation and tranquillity, ensuring a memorable stay for residents and guests alike.
Casa Cerros is a house located in the Andes, Colombia, designed by LLANO Arquitectos. This residential masterpiece is a celebration of sustainable living and Colombian architectural innovation. The architecture is characterized by triangular forms and high ceilings, promoting natural ventilation and reducing the need for artificial cooling.
Casa Goliana Mérida, a house in Mérida, Mexico, employs Yucatecan architecture aesthetics in its design by Workshop: Diseño y Construcción. The mid-century modern residence underwent a restoration, with an emphasis on traditional values, and materials as well as neutral color palettes throughout the interiors, creating a calming environment with a strong expression of tropical housing design, underscoring the significance of bringing local history into contemporary living.
