Set on a sandstone cliff in Sydney, Australia, Casaballin is a house designed by buck&simple. Architects in 2024. The residence, a pavilion, has been meticulously reinterpreted to encompass contemporary life while paying tribute to its original architectural intent. By embracing the past while thoughtfully adapting for the present, the home now embodies a seamless dialogue between architecture, landscape, and family living.
Designed by the renowned Estúdio MRGB, the Petry House in Brasília, Brazil, is a captivating example of modern residential architecture. This 470m² house, nestled within a condominium, seamlessly blends with the surrounding neighborhood through a meticulous integration of the site’s unique topography and scale. The lower ground floor, strategically positioned one meter and twenty centimeters below street level, showcases the home’s democratic living spaces, while the upper level houses the private bedrooms and intimate family areas, creating a harmonious balance between public and private zones.
The 111 House in Thailand, designed by S+S Architects in 2024, offers a unique take on modern riverside living. This single-story pavilion features transparent glass walls that seamlessly integrate the indoor and outdoor spaces, providing unobstructed views of the surrounding garden-like landscape and the nearby canal. The design prioritizes functionality, allowing the homeowner to effortlessly transition between lounging, dining, and entertaining within a versatile, open-concept layout.