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Maison Shefford: Modern Retreat Blending Nature & Architecture

A modern, sleek house with a pool surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden deck.

Maison Shefford, a modern country retreat designed by MXMA Architecture & Design, offers an immersive experience in nature. Located in Shefford, Canada, this family home blends seamlessly with its forested surroundings, providing breathtaking panoramic views and a year-round connection to the outdoors. Through careful siting, thoughtful material selection, and innovative design strategies, the residence creates a harmonious balance between architecture and environment.

Flesaasveien: Elegant Timber Villas Nestled in Oslo

Modern wooden and glass exterior with a spacious deck and lush garden surroundings.

Oslotre Arkitekter‘s two-villa project on Flesaasveien in Oslo, Norway, showcases a harmonious blend of contemporary design and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape. Boasting a simple yet striking architectural approach, the villas feature a combination of curves and straight lines, offering a refreshing and modern aesthetic. Carefully designed to preserve views from the existing house while providing privacy, the properties maximize natural light and scenic vistas towards the distant fjord.

Lowcountry High Performance: Designing for Coastal Living

A two-story wooden home with a wide porch and large trees in a lush, tropical setting.

Beaufort County, South Carolina, is the setting for this stunning Lowcountry home, designed by the acclaimed Frederick + Frederick Architects in 2022. Boasting a resilient and energy-efficient design, this luxurious house is the perfect retreat for enjoying the region’s natural beauty, from sailing and fishing to golf. With a focus on maximizing views, natural light, and sustainable features, this home exemplifies the intersection of style and high performance.

Endless View: Minimalist House Design in Golan Heights

Cozy living room with L-shaped gray sofa, colorful patterned rug, and modern shelving.

The stunning Endless View house, designed by architect Inon Ben-David, is a minimalist masterpiece nestled in the breathtaking landscape of Kibbutz Gonen, Israel. This two-level, terraced structure seamlessly blends into the natural topography, offering its owners and their young family panoramic views of the Golan Heights, Hula Valley, and Naftali Mountains. With its large openings, natural materials, and neutral color palette, the home perfectly captures the essence of its pristine surroundings.

Anderson House: Bernal Heights Victorian Cottage Reinvented

FeaturedCozy living space with wooden platform bed, plush seating, and nature-inspired artwork.

Designed by acclaimed architect Gisela Schmoll, the Anderson House in San Francisco, California, represents a captivating blend of contemporary design and historic charm. This meticulously renovated Victorian cottage in the vibrant Bernal Heights neighborhood has been transformed into a modern, light-filled living space tailored to the needs of its residents.

Featuring an open-plan layout, expansive primary suite, and thoughtfully excavated basement, the Anderson House showcases the potential of adaptive reuse in historical contexts, providing a harmonious connection between the past and present.

Contemporary Dogtrot: A Breathtaking Waterfront Retreat in Beaufort

FeaturedModern kitchen with black cabinetry, marble countertop, and brass accents; vaulted ceiling with wood beams.

The Contemporary Dogtrot, designed by Frederick + Frederick Architects in Beaufort, South Carolina, USA, is a stunning 2300-square-foot house that showcases the timeless charm of the dogtrot architectural style. Situated on a high, wooded lot overlooking Battery Creek, this modern interpretation captures the refreshing breezes off the water, creating an open and airy living experience.

The interior’s clean, fresh palette provides the perfect backdrop for the homeowners’ carefully curated antique collections, blending contemporary design with classic elements.

Louzada House: Serene Coastal Retreat in Tramandaí

FeaturedA modern, single-story building with a sloped roof, brick walls, and a wooden entrance.

Galeria 733‘s stunning Louzada House, located in Tramandaí, Brazil, seamlessly blends contemporary design with the region’s natural beauty. This private, secluded house maximizes views of the surrounding lush vegetation and expansive lagoon, creating a harmonious relationship between architecture and the environment. Featuring a distinctive mix of exposed concrete, brick, and natural wood, the design evokes both beach house and country estate sensibilities.

Villa Sassella: Luxurious Lake Como Retreat by Nomade

FeaturedInviting living room with ornate mirror, plush navy sofa, and garden view through window.

Nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Como in Italy, Villa Sassella has undergone a stunning transformation at the hands of the renowned Nomade Architettura design team. This 2023 project showcases their meticulous approach, seamlessly blending modern elegance with the villa’s historic charm. From the light-filled living spaces to the exquisitely appointed bedrooms, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to create a harmonious and inviting living experience.

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