Welcome to the Skybox House, a minimalist masterpiece in Austin, Texas. This two-story house, designed by Dick Clark + Associates in 2019, reimagines urban living with its innovative use of indoor-outdoor spaces.
Against the Austin skyline, this home stands out as an architectural statement, challenging the norm in a market saturated with uninspired designs. Each corner of the house teems with surprises, from the strategic placement of windows to the thoughtful privacy design, making the Skybox House a testament to the power of creative residential architecture.
Situated in the picturesque setting of Vitosha, Bulgaria, the Infinity House stands as a prime example of contemporary retreat design by the ingenious minds at Studio L Design.
This newly constructed residence, nestled amid the tranquil slopes of Mount Vitosha, harmonizes perfectly with its surroundings while offering an avant-garde living experience. The luxurious, multi-functional living area, seamlessly blending with a soothing spa zone, delivers a unique juxtaposition of natural elegance and modern comforts. Accentuated by a vibrant color palette, high-end lighting fixtures, and tailor-made wall art, the Infinity House redefines the essence of contemporary Bulgarian retreat living.
Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of House for Simple Stay, a perfect blend of modern design and the timeless beauty of Slovenia’s countryside. Situated in Litija, a tranquil region renowned for its rolling hills and idyllic landscapes, this groundbreaking project by Skupaj Arhitekti is a testament to the transformative power of architecture.
Celebrating the simplicity and quality of life, the residence masterfully combines the organic beauty of timber-framed construction with elegant gray fiber cement corrugations. Exquisitely tailored for a couple entering their third life span, the home beautifully balances private living with a breathtaking openness to its southern surroundings. All the while, the interior carries a unique charm – a harmonious blend of new and old, creating a space filled with light and brimming with the character of its occupants.
Embracing the Bahamas’ sun-soaked charm, Eight Bells is a contemporary waterfront residence, designed by the acclaimed Heliotrope Architects.
Nestled on an oceanfront site at 25 degrees N latitude, this modern retreat house thoughtfully responds to extreme ocean winds, intense sunlight, and potential coastal storm surge. The design employs strategic placement of window-walls, extensive shading, and an elevation of over 5 feet (1.52 meters), allowing storm surge to flow effortlessly around or beneath the structure.
Harmonizing with the island’s historic architectural character, Eight Bells seamlessly blends modernity and local craftsmanship with elements like masonry, tile, stucco, and cedar shingle roofing.
In the captivating heart of Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal, stands the MC House – a modern architectural masterpiece by Atelier d’Arquitectura Lopes da Costa. Constructed in 2018, this home perfectly integrates with the terrain, optimizing the sloping landscape to create a unique, functional design that effortlessly bridges the interior and exterior spaces.
By harmonizing architectural innovation with the natural elements, the MC House truly encapsulates the essence of modern living within a pine-forested Portuguese landscape.
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Troia, Portugal, the House in Troia is a one-of-a-kind modern architectural marvel designed by Miguel Marcelino. This house, conceived as a city within a house, is a chosen retreat for those seeking a unique blend of privacy and connection with nature. The house’s design principles are absolutely guaranteed to captivate, with its enigmatic volumes, patios, and walls offering a unique living experience.
The sleeping rooms, operating on a private dimension, are totally apart from the social areas, which are organized around a large courtyard, the heart of the home. The vegetation, a mix of shrubs and trees, completes the constructed volumes, providing a natural backdrop that enhances the overall aesthetic appeal of the house.
Nestled in the lush forests of Seabeck, Washington, the Little House is a testament to the power of minimalist design and a deep connection with nature. This modern retreat, designed by Mwworks and Avery Cox Design, is perched on a north-facing bluff, offering breathtaking views of the Hood Canal and Dabob Bay. The 1,140 square foot (105.91 square meters) structure, built on an existing foundation, is a masterful blend of simplicity and elegance, with its stark exterior contrasting beautifully against a warm, bright interior.
The Little House is more than just a weekend house; it’s a sanctuary. Its design is intentionally restrained, with large carved openings in both the roof and walls that selectively embrace the views and natural light. The exterior is clad in taut oxidized black cedar and blackened cement infill panels, while the interior is warmed by lightly painted MDF panels and soft pine plywood. This retreat is a testament to the essence of the modern cabin—small in size but much larger than its boundaries.
Nestled between the azure sea and the agave fields of Oaxaca, Mexico, lies Casa Zicatela, a modern concrete marvel designed by Ludwig Godefroy Architecture. This unique weekend house, situated on the picturesque Zicatela beach, next to Puerto Escondido, is a testament to the duality of its surroundings. With the beach and sea on one side and the mountains on the other, Casa Zicatela is a countryside house with a twist.
Built on a compact 300 m2 plot (approximately 3229.17 square feet), the house employs defensive architecture to create an open-sky fortress, blurring the lines between indoors and outdoors. Its design is reminiscent of the massive concrete structures in Normandy, where the designer was born, and the Mexican pyramids that dot the landscape of his adopted home.
