In Toronto’s historic York neighborhood, North of Brooklyn offers a taste of both cuisine and design excellence. MRDK | Ménard Dworkind architecture & design‘s 2023 masterpiece is a modernist reimagination of iconic New York pizzerias, fusing vintage charm with cutting-edge aesthetics.
Discover the Golden Oak Residence – a gem in Portola Valley, California. This exquisite, single-story home is a masterpiece by William Duff Architects. Unveiled in 2013, it fuses functionality with unrivaled spaciousness. Strategically perched on a hilltop, it optimizes the idyllic site with a butterfly roof. This design genius illuminates the main gathering spaces with a flood of natural light, ventilation, and panoramic views. A clever shift in geometry delineates public and private zones, creating a serene retreat. The judicious choice and arrangement of materials add warmth and balance, echoing the site’s beauty.
Step inside Central City Apartment, a modernist gem by X-ZOO in the heart of Shenzhen, China. Experience an 861-square foot (80 square meters) haven that embodies freedom and vitality. Uncover how the owner’s dual role as an artist and medical entrepreneur influences the innovative design that encourages seamless transitions between work and leisure.
In this high-rise apartment, natural light plays a starring role, infusing the space with warmth and creating an ever-changing dance of light and shadow. It’s an exploration in design freedom, where functional boundaries blur, sparking creativity and offering endless possibilities for a rich, fulfilling lifestyle.
Dive into the heart of Austin, Texas, and discover the architectural marvel that is the Spicewood Residence. Masterfully designed by Point B Design Group in 2018, this modernist home deftly navigates the site’s challenging terrain to offer a unique blend of privacy and panoramic vistas.
Wrapped in cool neutrals and textured accents, the home elegantly marries functionality with aesthetics. Its layout, defined by seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces and strategically sequestered private quarters, is accentuated by an exquisite terraced patio, offering an immersive experience of Texas’ enchanting sunrise views.
Immerse yourself in the world of contemporary design at Casablanca Villa, a stunning two-story residence located in the vibrant heart of Casablanca, Morocco. Skilfully renovated by Crina Arghirescu Architecture, this stylish abode fuses traditional Moroccan motifs with a modernist flair.
The open layout features a variety of unique spaces, designed to offer differing perspectives and vistas, all bathed in the rich Moroccan light that enters through strategically placed, towering windows. Vintage and contemporary architectural elements blend seamlessly, elevating the villa’s ambience, while locally sourced materials and pieces pay homage to the region’s rich craftsmanship.
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.
Step into Night + Day, a beautiful two-story house nestled in San Francisco’s desirable Noe Valley. This exquisite residence, masterfully redesigned by Edmonds + Lee Architects, marries contemporary aesthetics with charming original features. Initially envisioned as a kitchen expansion, the project blossomed into a full-scale transformation, creating a home that effortlessly fuses the past with the present. While maintaining its Craftsman charm, the architects have breathed new life into this property, crafting an airy, light-filled space that beautifully exemplifies their modernist approach.
The house, known for its south-facing backyard and proximity to schools, blends in effortlessly with its surroundings with a subtle front facade. The real magic, however, lies at the back, where a stunning renovation awaits. With features like an expanded basement, open kitchen, and light-infused living spaces, this San Francisco gem is a standout in contemporary home design.
Experience the remarkable transformation of Le Moulin, a single-story house redesigned by Fabrique D’espace in the charming city of Bordeaux, France. This beautiful modernist house, which was entirely renovated in 2022, expanded from a compact 110 square meters (1184 square feet) to an aesthetically pleasing and functional living space. The redesign showcases a semi-open kitchen and living room, a tranquil night space, a luxurious master suite, and meticulously chosen furniture and accessories.
Uncover how the old was blended with the new, creating a harmonious combination of tradition and modernity in the heart of a city renowned for its world-class wines.
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