The Hidden Garden House in Central Jakarta City, Indonesia, designed by renowned architecture firm RAD+ar, is a captivating blend of modern tropical design and innovative spatial planning. This 1500sqm house, one of the latest iterations of the firm’s “urban tropical house experimental” series, challenges the conventional notions of luxury Menteng living.
Featuring a unique layered landscape of multiple mezzanine gardens and seamless indoor-outdoor connections, the project aims to provide a humble yet energy-efficient family home that harmoniously integrates with the surrounding cityscape.
Officina Abitare‘s latest renovation project, Casa Citerna, is a harmonious blend of traditional elements and contemporary design. Situated in the historic center of a town between Chianti and Valdarno, this private residence underwent a comprehensive transformation, blending energy-efficient construction techniques with the restoration of original materials. The project focused on reorganizing the home’s spatial layout, introducing new amenities while respecting the property’s rich heritage.
From the use of handcrafted terracotta floors to the integration of chestnut wood beams, Casa Citerna seamlessly incorporates the region’s architectural vernacular into a modern, sustainable living space.
The Panorama Residence, designed by Façade in 2023, is a captivating house nestled in Patras, Greece. Taking on the project at the cementation stage, the designers were tasked with reimagining the property both internally and externally, focusing on the stunning panoramic landscape, optimal lighting, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow.
Structured across three levels, the residence seamlessly integrates all its spaces and functions, with the middle floor serving as the core, housing the daytime and overnight areas. The design’s torsion and transparency brilliantly capture the breathtaking vistas of the Gulf of Patras and the Panachaiko mountain range.
Residence BNV in Montreal, Canada, designed by Alexandre Bernier Architecte, offers a soothing and calming atmosphere through its softened forms and materiality. Showcasing a harmonious integration within the existing urban fabric, the renovation emphasizes the sensual elegance of the curved facade and centrally positioned staircase, creating a light-filled interior with blurred spatial boundaries that enhance the surrounding urban landscape.
Designed by 23DC Architects in 2024, the Ananda residence in India seamlessly blends the five elements of nature into its captivating design. Aptly named after the Sanskrit word for bliss, this house invites inhabitants to reconnect with the natural world, offering a tranquil oasis amidst the chaos of city life. From open airy spaces to soothing water features and lush green surroundings, Ananda embraces the beauty of the elements, creating a harmonious and serene living experience.
Fiorenza Raja‘s exceptional apartment renovation project, “Jap in Isola,” showcases her expertise in transforming a traditional “Vecchia Milano” unit in the heart of Milan, Italy. Combining meticulous attention to detail and a harmonious design approach, this 2017 project exemplifies the seamless integration of custom furnishings and lighting within the apartment’s unique architectural features.
XSTUDIO‘s Masterful Transformation of House S in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain. This 130-square-meter house, located in a four-story building, underwent a comprehensive renovation that reorganized the original compartmentalized layout, creating a more open and airy living space.
The designers integrated the home’s corner location and private patio, maximizing natural light and cross-ventilation while introducing a cohesive wooden envelope that ties the living areas together.
This striking 790 sqm house in Mexico City, designed by NURBANA Desarrollo Arquitectónico in 2021, breathes new life into a 10-year-old abandoned construction. Situated on a 1,400 sqm lot facing a lush ravine, the project seamlessly integrates the home’s interior and exterior, offering a harmonious living experience. Featuring a thoughtful redistribution of usable areas and an expansion of the required programs, the CDC12 house showcases a contemporary design approach that prioritizes both aesthetics and functionality.
