This custom single-family residence is a renovation of an existing mid-century split-level home, purchased by an empty-nester couple located in Englewood, NJ, United States. The house’s material palette reflects the owners’ appreciation of the warmth of wood and stone elements, designed by Robert Gross Architecture in 2023. The residence employs highly energy-efficient strategies, including deep overhanging eaves for solar shading and a highly super-insulated envelope with high-performance glazing.
In the Szerokie district of Lublin, Poland, SAAN Architekci designed the Szerokie Możliwości Activity Center as a public space that fosters integration and supports local initiatives, meetings, recreational activities, and intergenerational engagement. The space, including a workspace, children’s play corner, kitchenette, and multifunctional zone, serves many different functions depending on users’ needs, featuring a design inspired by local history and landscape with a natural and welcoming atmosphere.
Dammuso Renovation, located in Trapani, Sicily, Italy, was designed in 2021 by Bornelloworkshop. This house features an architecture style that integrates a harmonious blend of nature and design. Elements like bright light and air, black stone and white lime, along with tall ceilings, create a refreshing environment that invites the warm Mediterranean atmosphere to be part of the living experience.
The Academy Highlands House is a restful haven nestled on a serene rise in Bellingham, WA, designed by Risa Boyer Architecture. This extraordinary house showcases a blend of natural materials and minimal furnishings to create a space where comfort and creativity harmonize. Striking a balance between contemporary architecture and its verdant surroundings, the property captures sweeping vistas of Whatcom Lake while offering residents plenty of space to unwind and relax.
Tiny Auro is a remarkable cabin conceived by Trawa Arquitectos, situated in Puerto Varas, Chile. Finished in 2024, this distinctive edifice encourages individuals to disconnect from the chaos of everyday life and reconnect with the great outdoors. Positioned between the breathtaking Calbuco volcano and the peaceful banks of Lake Llanquihue, this haven pays tribute to the allure of the Lakes Region.
Positioned in West Vancouver, Canada, Ravine House stands as a shining example of modern architecture, crafted by D’Arcy Jones Architects. Finalized in 2020, its angular forms gracefully rise along the incline of a ravine, overlooking a lively creek. The architectural approach skillfully weaves in the neighboring landscape, employing materials that mirror the essence of nature.
Attic Above Garden by RAD+ar is a renovated apartment located in Jakarta, Indonesia. The design features an open-plan layout, enhancing the fluidity of the space while maintaining privacy and a connection to the outdoor greenery. Traditional materials dominate the interior, creating a welcoming atmosphere, with a special focus on the existing birch plywood roof ceiling and enhancing the design through semi-geometry and movable elements added by the homeowners over time.
Nestled within an elongated trapezoidal plot in Spain, Bundle House by NOMO studio showcases an ingenious design that navigates its surroundings, offering unparalleled views of the Mediterranean Sea. Designed in 2024, this residential project artfully divides its extensive program into nine rectangular volumes, weaving seamlessly around majestic trees and harmonizing with its natural context.
