The Meadow Lane Retreat house by Wheeler Kearns Architects quietly enhances its Sitting on a wooded bluff, the Lake Michigan house aligns tightly to three heightened elements: its dramatic natural light, incredible expansive views and strategic material choices. Three structures with slatted-oak ceilings wrap around a serene pool terrace, offering a place for the retiree homeowners to breathe and reconnect.
Las Rocas is a 6,400-metre-squared complex of houses in Valle de Bravo, Mexico, designed by Ignacio Urquiza Architecture. It features modular designs reflecting site-specific conditions and endemic vegetation. The homes, tied together by common facilities, feature central service areas for cars and bathrooms made of natural stone.
The Frame is a contemporary home in Amman, Jordan, designed by Paradigm in 2023. Featuring a double-volume atrium, the residence embraces natural light and offers panoramic views through expansive windows. The exterior showcases a geometric facade of natural stone, creating a modern and timeless visual rhythm.
Vivienda Sur house in Spain, designed by María Acha, underwent a comprehensive renovation. Acha aimed to rejuvenate the property’s design by infusing each floor with its unique personality while maintaining overall harmony.
Dubai-based studio Braginskaya & Architects worked with interior designer Marina Baisel to create a modern yet traditionally influenced interior for Baisel’s family home. Filled with natural light, the 2,500-square-foot Art-Filled Home apartment has a tranquil color palette featuring neutral tones complemented by natural materials like stone, wood, linen, silk, and wool. The two-floor residence features five bedrooms and a double-height space, giving a sense of airiness and expansive views of the outside.
Casa BNF, designed by I Love My Home, is a Turin house with sweeping views of the hills, first constructed in 2024. The designers revamped the 1970s layout, focusing on natural light and open spaces. Notable features include lacquered wood paneling and a glass door partition. The revamped living area opens into an airy kitchen, and an apartment-width terrace extends beyond the living room. Both bedrooms have en suites, while the primary also incorporates a walk-in closet.
The Lake Hayes Home by Ben Hudson Architects is situated in the rocky, sloping terrain above the shore of Lake Hayes in Arrowtown, New Zealand. Designed with a low-lying form and natural materials, this 2023 project gracefully integrates with its surroundings.
The House and the Landscape, designed by Inon Ben David, is a home in the Lower Galilee region of Israel. Featuring extensive use of natural materials, the two-story structure accommodates a family of six and includes elements created by the homeowner, who owns a custom metalwork shop. Open to its natural surroundings, the house also offers sweeping views of the valley and Mediterranean Sea.