The East West House, designed by Bloot Architecture in 2023, is a modern renovation and expansion of a classical 1930s brick corner house in The Hague, Netherlands.
Commissioned by clients with Dutch and Chinese backgrounds, the project blends Western and Asian architectural elements to create a warm, attractive, and functional living space. By incorporating a diverse material palette of wood, concrete, and steel, the design achieves a harmonious balance between the two distinctive styles, resulting in a cohesive and captivating family home.
Hot Beans Coffee & Cuisine, a captivating cafe and restaurant designed by Mamoru Maeda, has recently opened its doors in the vibrant city of Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. Boasting a striking and modern aesthetic, this 2022 project seamlessly blends local Vietnamese influences with a sleek, contemporary design approach, creating a unique and inviting dining experience for visitors.
The carefully curated menu and visually appealing interiors make Hot Beans a must-visit destination for architecture and design enthusiasts, as well as discerning foodies, in the heart of Vietnam’s bustling metropolis.
In the heart of Raipur, India, the Quadrant House by Studio Lotus stands as a testament to contemporary Indian architecture. This multi-generational residence blends nature, light, and a refined aesthetic, offering a comfortable living experience centered around natural materials and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions.
Designed in 2021, the house’s understated contrast with its surroundings creates a captivating visual narrative, weaving in and out of the landscape with a focus on Vastu principles and a vibrant, edible garden.
Block Architecture Studio‘s recent Hughesdale Extension project in Melbourne, Australia, offers a thoughtful renovation to a 1920s red clinker brick dwelling.
The new open-concept living, dining, and kitchen space seamlessly connects to the backyard, while the reconfigured original structure provides additional bedrooms, a master suite, and functional living areas. By carefully preserving the existing fabric, the design balances modern amenities with the home’s historical character, creating a harmonious blend of old and new.
Located in the coastal town of Batroun, Lebanon, Villa Papillon is a stunning residential project designed by the acclaimed architectural firm WORKac. This 2022-completed house rethinks the relationship between art, architecture, and landscape, creating a harmonious interplay between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Designed for a Lebanese art collector and his family, the villa features a series of rooms organized around an open-air courtyard, with the main living areas and bedrooms facing the Mediterranean Sea.
Elegance and Timeless Sophistication Converge in This Modern Bulgarian House by EXTRAVAGANCE design. Located in Sofia, this captivating house showcases a harmonious blend of comfort and style, with expressive textures, colors, and an impressive natural stone staircase. Designed in 2021, this interior exudes a clear personality that seamlessly combines timelessness and extravagant luxury.
Crafted as a second home for a single mother and her young son in Bloomingdale, United States, the Lake Iosco House by architect Robert Luntz is a two-story, single-bar design positioned as close to the lakefront as zoning permits.
This linear composition, oriented north-south, features complementary sunrise and sunset decks, with Lake Iosco views visible from every room. Integrating the natural surroundings through the use of light-diffusing materials, the design creates a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
Welcome Beyond‘s Monte das Casolas in Grândola, Portugal, offers a serene escape with five thoughtfully designed cabins, each immersed in nature and providing a sense of privacy. Ideal for families, these 100-square-metre dwellings feature three bedrooms and are strategically oriented to prevent direct visibility between neighbors.
Complementing the cabins, the project also includes a refurbished historic house and a repurposed stone animal shelter, now serving as a versatile yoga shala and a private rental property.
