Discover the serene beauty of “Enowa Yufuin,” a luxurious resort nestled in the picturesque hot-spring district of Yufuin, Japan. Designed by acclaimed architect Kuru, this 44,000-square-meter haven offers guests a botanical retreat, seamlessly blending with the majestic Mt. Yufu and the tranquil Yufu townscape. Featuring ten villas, a restaurant, and a hotel complex, the property’s “primitive luxury” design showcases the innate richness of natural materials, creating an atmosphere that reconnects visitors with the power of nature.
The Ranch Mine, a renowned architecture firm, has recently unveiled their latest masterpiece, “Charmed,” a stunning 2-story, multigenerational contemporary family home in the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix, United States. This project, designed in 2024, showcases the firm’s exceptional ability to transform a client’s vision into a reality, even when the request involves a surprise for the homeowner’s wife. The result is a harmonious blend of modern design elements, including black brick volumes, pocketing glass doors, and a white stucco box second floor, perfectly tailored to the family’s personalities and lifestyle.
The AT2 House, designed by Architekten in Tumbaco, Ecuador, is a stunning family-centric residence that reflects the culmination of its owners’ successful lives. This 2022 project, situated in the suburban context of Quito’s eastern valleys, boasts a progressive permeability that seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor spaces. With its elegant and reserved façade, the AT2 House showcases a balanced interplay of materiality, light, and fluid programming, creating a perfect framework for living and enjoying.
Situated in the lush Mayan jungle of Tulum, Mexico, Jungle Keva is a boutique hotel designed by Jaque Studio in 2019. This small, five-lodge property seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings, preserving 70% of the existing vegetation and using local, low-maintenance materials to create a warm, rustic atmosphere. Featuring a double-height main room, mezzanine, and indoor-outdoor bathrooms, the lodges are designed to connect guests intimately with the stunning jungle landscape.
Bruma Tulum, a four-unit housing complex in the lush forests of Tulum, Mexico, showcases Jaque Studio‘s masterful blend of modern design and sustainable living. Completed in 2021, this residential project prioritizes privacy and a seamless connection with the natural surroundings, offering each villa its own garden and pool.
The architectural solution strategically positions the units to preserve as much open space as possible, with a mix of single-story and two-story designs that maximize efficiency and privacy. Embracing the region’s cultural identity, the project incorporates locally sourced materials and construction techniques, minimizing the ecological footprint while providing a warm, Caribbean-inspired ambiance.
Casa Rayada, designed by Boide Estudio in Mérida, Mexico, is a modern luxury house showcasing seamless indoor-outdoor integration. This residence uses local stone, wood, and marble to create harmonious, textured spaces, with custom furniture and unique design elements.
Designed by renowned architect Petr Stolín, the captivating Zen Houses in Liberec, Czech Republic, epitomize a philosophy of housing simplification. These modern dwellings feature a minimalist aesthetic, with the perimeter defining the inner space and strategic glazing that seamlessly integrates the neighboring landscape. The carefully balanced proportions and flow of the interior create a unique spatial experience, fostering a sense of visual connectivity even between the separate houses.
Elegant Apartment Transformation in Milan: Studio Tenca & Associati‘s Captivating Design for R5. Spanning over 200m², this apartment in Milan, Italy, has undergone a remarkable transformation by the talented team at Studio Tenca & Associati.
The heart of this home is the living area, which seamlessly blends the dining room and living room, exuding timeless elegance. With thoughtful zoning and the strategic use of materials, this project redefines the layout, maximizing the longitudinal shape and highlighting the distinctive existing pillars.
