Mansion Lom gathers a far-flung family in a renewed house on the Banj plateau above Ljubljana, Slovenia, where OFIS architects work with rugged karst tradition. The studio keeps two existing stone buildings at the core of the project, binding them with a restrained new wing and a warm, wood-lined interior. Eight children and parents find a shared base here, in a landscape once almost forgotten yet rich in durable forms.
Banality Studio designed the interior of a family house in Tuklaty, Czech Republic. The single-story dwelling emphasizes simplicity and modesty, drawing inspiration from its rural surroundings. Employing natural materials like oak and spruce, the design aligns with the village’s character.
Laceback Terrace by LaRue Architects harmonizes with its sloping terrain in the United States. Predominantly single-story, the design features en suite bedrooms, an exercise room with terrace access, and a soothing dry sauna. The exterior combines rugged limestone, sleek metal panels, and warm Sapele wood siding for a cohesive look.
Naturhumaine [architecture+design] has unveiled a captivating micro-chalet project, La Cime, in the heart of the Canadian wilderness. This 538-square-foot house, designed in 2024, sits atop a densely wooded lot in the village of Sainte-Béatrix, Lanaudière, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding treetops.
Thoughtfully crafted to minimize its environmental impact, the property features a LEED GOLD certification and Novoclimat standards, showcasing the architects’ commitment to sustainability.
Larson Architecture Works, a renowned design firm, has unveiled their latest masterpiece – the Hamptons Meadow Compound, a captivating multi-unit housing development nestled in the picturesque Suffolk County of New York, United States.
Designed in 2021, this stunning project seamlessly blends modern architecture with the serene natural beauty of the surrounding meadows, offering residents a tranquil sanctuary amidst the verdant landscapes.
Designed by G22 Projects, the Tiers am Rosengarten House in Tiers, Italy, is a private apartment that showcases the beauty of natural materials. This 2023 project features a masterful use of larch wood, with the upper kitchen cabinets being particularly noteworthy. Crafted from toned larch strips and gently brushed, they offer a unique aesthetic experience that seamlessly blends the apartment’s interior with the surrounding natural landscape.
The Forest Retreat, designed by Kariouk Architects in 2021, is a captivating family home nestled in the vast expanse of rural Ontario, Canada. This 100-acre property, with its diverse landscape of forests, wetlands, and meadows, provided the perfect canvas for a contemporary, yet warm and inviting, retreat. The clients, who live abroad, sought a Canadian homestead that would immerse their large, young family in the Ontario landscape they cherish.
Situated atop Howell Mountain in Napa, California, the Howell Mountain Residence I presents a stunning blend of mountain surroundings and valley views. Designed by Holder Parlette, this 1960s house underwent a renovation that raised the roof by 5 feet and integrated a new steel window and door scheme to maximize the property’s breathtaking vistas. The incorporation of local Saint Helena cottage stone in the entry facade, landscaping, and interiors connects the modern home seamlessly to its awe-inspiring natural setting.
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