The Rector Place Apartment, designed by Pelletier Salgado in 2013, showcases a harmonious blend of modern design and thoughtful lighting solutions within a spacious 4-bedroom, 2 1/2 bath apartment in the heart of New York City’s Battery Park City neighborhood.
By utilizing a step in the slab above, the designers created a singular, narrow cove light that extends throughout the living areas, unifying the space with a continuous band of even illumination while preserving the apartment’s generous ceiling height.
Amagansett House, designed by Hacin, is a captivating 7,000 SF vacation home nestled in the tranquil Hamptons of Long Island, New York. This three-story property features six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a two-car garage, an in-ground pool, and a pool house, all situated on over two acres of pristine woodland. The design seamlessly blends traditional and contemporary influences, creating a modern interpretation of the local vernacular that is well-suited for hosting and entertaining guests.
The Cove Hollow Farm project, designed by the esteemed LaGuardia Design Group Landscape Architects, is a captivating garden oasis nestled in Suffolk County, New York.
This real estate gem seamlessly blends a 19th-century saltbox guest house with a modern, glassy main residence, creating a harmonious juxtaposition of architectural styles. The landscape becomes the unifying element, featuring a laid-back entry, an elegant allee of Natchez Crape Myrtles, and a striking custom pool terrace that float amidst a vast lawn panel.
Kohlrabi‘s Peachy apartment in Wrocław, Poland, is a stunning convergence of historical charm and modern elegance. Designed in 2024, this project seamlessly blends the architectural heritage of the city’s tenement houses with cutting-edge design solutions, creating a mysterious and captivating atmosphere. Warm, dark hues and strategically placed lighting points enhance the alluring ambiance, while noble materials and bold color combinations add an air of sophistication to this urban oasis.
In the coastal community of Bridgehampton, United States, a formally innovative home by Steven Harris Architects redefines oceanfront living. Referencing the work of modernist masters like Oscar Niemeyer and Roberto Burle Marx, this 2022 house strategically places its public spaces on the second floor to maximize panoramic ocean views, while a sculptural pavilion-turned-reflecting-pool draws the sea even closer. Sustainable materials, energy-efficient design, and integrated landscaping make this Bridgehampton Beach House a celebration of art, nature, and responsible architecture.
Transforming a compact New York City apartment into an inviting oasis, the East 22nd Street Loft No. 03 by acclaimed design studio Messana O’Rorke showcases their expertise in spatial optimization. This one-bedroom apartment, located in the Flatiron district, has undergone a series of renovations that seamlessly blend function and aesthetics, creating a harmonious living experience.
The American Australian Association (AAA) recently unveiled its new Murdoch Center in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, designed by renowned architecture firm Woods Bagot. This state-of-the-art cultural center blends flexible office spaces with versatile event areas, providing a dynamic hub for strengthening ties between Australia and the United States.
Featuring a seamless integration of hospitality and functionality, the design incorporates custom movable furnishings and exposed ceilings that create a gallery-like atmosphere, perfectly suited for the AAA’s rotating arts programming.
A state-of-the-art sake brewery, the first of its kind in the northeastern United States, has transformed a former grocery store in New York’s Hyde Park. Designed by the renowned Pelli Clarke & Partners, the 55,000-square-foot Dassai Brewery harmonizes traditional Japanese architecture with contemporary hospitality elements, offering visitors a unique experience and an advanced brewing facility.
