El Capitola is a house located in Vancouver, Washington State, United States, designed by William Kaven Architecture in 2025. This residential project dedicates more square footage to a museum-grade showroom housing the owner’s remarkable collection of restored custom classic cars than it does to the living quarters. The architecture delivers a clean and understated framework with an homage to Jet Age car culture, featuring a minimal material palette of board-formed concrete, steel, and dark brick.
Rendezvous House is a modern mountain retreat located in Wilson, Wyoming, designed by Love Schack Architecture. Centrally positioned among mature aspen groves, the house harmoniously incorporates a first-of-its-kind Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) structure permitted in Teton County, Wyoming.
The design integrates Passive House principles to achieve superior energy efficiency while marrying contemporary aesthetics with a serene, natural landscape that emphasises sustainability and modern living.
The Capriccio House serves as a testimony to contemporary design through its open-plan layout and nuanced integration of the surrounding nature. Designed by Vitor Dias Arquitetura, the three-story residence in Louveira, Brazil spreads across 450m² (4,843 sq ft) while artfully adjusting to its surroundings with a striking low-slope roof.
The living space of the CASA FL apartment in Milano, Italy, results from the design of KICK.OFFICE, who completed the project in 2022. This dwelling, located inside a prestigious late nineteenth-century building, reflects a timeless aesthetic with a contemporary approach. The interior architecture integrates elements from different eras, while respecting the apartment’s original features, providing a unique and thoughtful experience for the occupants and visitors alike.
Designed by ArchLAB in 2025, the Green Terrace House in Vilnius, Lithuania, emerges as a modern architectural masterpiece. This residence features a minimalist white facade, seamlessly blending with the natural surroundings. The terrace offers a smooth transition from indoor comfort to outdoor tranquility, enhanced by wide glass panels and a circular skylight.
Casa Fluir, a house located in São Paulo, Brazil, designed by Sabella Arquitetura, showcases contemporary design with large glass panels. Prioritizing nature, it features a shared courtyard, a sauna, and an art studio. Natural lighting fills the spaces, complemented by pine brise-soleils. The 494 sq m (5,300 sq ft) residence integrates the landscape through a dark retaining wall and lush interior gardens. Seven suites and an infinity pool ensure comfort and harmony with the surroundings.
Planar House is a house located in Thailand. Designed in 2024 by JI+TA architect, the project features layered planes that filter views while ensuring privacy and maintaining a sense of openness. The architecture allows natural sunlight and breeze to permeate, creating moments of ventilation in a dynamic interior. With a well-orchestrated entry sequence, this single-family villa has a central courtyard flanked by communal spaces that lead towards a split-level upper level housing a master suite and two smaller bedrooms.
Wood House is a secluded architectural retreat nestled in the heart of Portugal’s Douro Valley. Crafted by MJARC Architects in 2025, this modular wooden residence embodies a strong commitment to the principles of green architecture. From the outset, the project aimed to minimize its impact on the surrounding landscape. The wooden cladding and green roof ensure both aesthetic integration and ecological support, making Wood House a hallmark of sustainable living.
