Situated within the breathtaking scenery of Grand Marais, Minnesota, Burnt Rock is an incredible architectural feat by Olson Kundig. Finished in 2024, this 600-square-foot retreat presents an audacious harmony between nature and contemporary living.
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.
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