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Modernist-Style House: Elegant, Open-Plan Revival

Modernist-Style House: Elegant, Open-Plan Revival

Step into the Modernist-style House in Aalst, Belgium—a 1960s residence artfully reenvisioned by Objekt Architecten in 2022. Embracing the home’s original modernist essence, this renovation breathes new life into its space. The once dim interiors now boast an airy openness, blending original architectural elements with sleek, contemporary finishes. This harmonious union of old and new sets the stage for a modernist revival, masterfully tailored to enrich our clients’ lifestyle.

Ligar Bay Bach: A Modernist Treehouse Retreat

FeaturedLigar Bay Bach: A Modernist Treehouse Retreat

Ligar Bay Bach, a masterful creation by Young Architects, emerges from the verdant New Zealand jungle, a modernist treehouse that redefines the harmony between architecture and nature. Designed in 2022, this treehouse is not just a dwelling but a journey, with each pavilion ingeniously utilizing the steep, history-rich topography to offer breathtaking ocean vistas.

Young Architects were challenged to innovate, resulting in a structure where the raw elegance of concrete, timber, and steel doesn’t just form the building but defines its very essence. Celebrating local materials like low-carbon Golden Bay cement and plantation-grown timber, Ligar Bay Bach stands as an eco-conscious haven, minimizing its environmental footprint while maximizing thermal efficiency through passive cooling and intelligent design.

Laurel II: Modernist Masterpiece Overlooking Beverly Hills

FeaturedLaurel II: Modernist Masterpiece Overlooking Beverly Hills

Embrace the true essence of modernist California living at Laurel II, a spectacular two-story house set in the prestigious Beverly Hills. Designed by the award-winning McClean Design in 2021, this masterpiece of architecture perfectly utilizes its multilevel complex lot, offering panoramic views of the entire Los Angeles basin.

Integrating concrete construction with a modernist style, the property embodies an open-concept design centered around a pool and a lush garden area. What sets Laurel II apart is the skillful way it pulls natural light deep into the floor plan, accentuating the warm palette of travertine, limestone, and oak throughout. The home’s upper level blends harmoniously with the surroundings, while the lower level forms an entertainment haven around a basement courtyard.

Earthship: The Ultimate Eco-Friendly Home

Earthship: The Ultimate Eco-Friendly Home

Earthship is a stunning single-family residence in Mosman Park, Australia, designed by Luigi Rosselli Architects in 2023. This architectural marvel showcases adaptive reuse and embraces a strong connection with the environment, transforming a pole house into a sustainable dwelling that coexists harmoniously with nature.

Explore Earthship’s unique features such as rammed earth walls, nautical-inspired tiered terraces, and magnificent views, all while experiencing the warmth and comfort of this beautifully designed home.

Casa dos Mores: A Modernist Cliffside Retreat in Carvoeiro

Casa dos Mores: A Modernist Cliffside Retreat in Carvoeiro

Escape to a private oasis in Carvoeiro, Portugal, with breathtaking views of the ocean and surrounding vegetation. Designed by Marlene Uldschmidt Architects, Casa dos Mores is a two-story house that blends seamlessly into the natural surroundings with full-height windows and timber and glass materials. The design creates a harmonious balance between indoors and outdoors, maximizing the sensation of nature within the walls.

Villa Saudade: Built Around a 100-Year-Old Cypress Tree

Villa Saudade: Built Around a 100-Year-Old Cypress Tree

Villa Saudade, a modernist residence in Attard, Malta, is a unique example of how a family of 3 can live in comfort and style within a limited site. Designed by Chris Briffa Architects in 2020, this villa was built around a 100-year-old cypress tree and includes a series of sinuous volumes, a concrete-timber base, and apertures placed on all six sides of the building. By inverting the traditional layout with the sleeping areas located on the lower levels and living areas on the upper levels, the architects provided the family with a cozy and environmentally-friendly home.