Cloistered Home is an extraordinary single-story house in the heart of Israel, designed and built by architects Dan and Hila Israelevitz.
This property is unique in its own right, situated on two acres of land and spanning 500 square meters. The Israelevitz’ used concrete as the main material to create a home that perfectly synchronizes with nature and sunlight while utilizing the rising and setting sun for its inhabitants.
The exterior of the house features a glass wall and exposed concrete, while the interior is composed of bespoke carpentry, wooden cladding walls, and the expansive inner garden. To top it all off, the property offers an enormous double swimming pool for entertainment and relaxation.
The Ecological House is a single-story L-shaped house located in the northern part of Israel and designed by Dan and Hila Israelevitz.
This property boasts stunning views of the surrounding green and pastoral landscapes, while also providing a sense of privacy. With a built area of 500 m2 (5,382 ft2) and 7 rooms, the house also includes a tennis court, orchard and fruit garden. It features ecological elements and various built-in solutions, designed to reduce electricity consumption, and is made of natural construction materials like concrete, iron, glass, and teak wood. The structure was designed to create an element of surprise and curiosity within the space, and to maintain a connection between the building and its low surroundings.
Monitor’s Rest, an 18,000 square-foot (1,672 square meter) single-story mountain residence designed by CLB Architects in 2022, stands out from the craggy slopes of Park City, Utah.
Situated within the award-winning development The Colony at White Pine Canyon, this elegant outcropping embraces rugged outdoor lifestyles into its bespoke interior spaces. Constructed as a series of rectilinear volumes, Monitor’s Rest invites occupants to circulation across the steep slope and experience the alpine wilderness and high-end residential amenities.
Casa Primus is a single-story house located in the Ponte de Lima, Portugal, designed by Lopes Pertile Architects in 2022.
This modern property stands out from its rural environment with its clean lines and bright white exterior. Taking advantage of the hilly landscape, it creates a harmonious relationship between interior and exterior spaces through limit spaces, such as porches that frame the stunning views of the surrounding area. The custom details add to this house’s simplicity and longevity while reflecting the local craftsmanship work.
Immersed in the calming embrace of a fragrant northern coniferous forest, House Surrounded by a Northern Forest is a single-story house, designed by Twins Studio in 2022. Its minimalistic design style and gray tones create a harmonious space that perfectly fits the needs of its customer – a former racing driver who loves nature.
Discover this stunning single-story house, Casa B+A, designed by the architectural firm Em Paralelo in 2022. Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal, this contemporary villa is built to perfection using a combination of concrete, stone and LED lighting. The perfect oasis for those seeking privacy, Casa B+A features a shielded pool in the back that is ideal for lounging and relaxation.
Vila Nova de Gaia is home to stunning beaches, restaurants and other attractions, making it the perfect destination for a staycation.
La Cadrée Perchée, designed by L’Empreinte Design Architecture in 2022, is a modern and sustainable house located in Morin-Heights, Canada.
This 8-room, 2,100-square-foot (195.1 m2) residence, nestled in a maple grove on the slopes of the scenic Laurentians mountains, creates the perfect balance between nature and modern living. With generous windows and a low-profile kitchen, the house offers sublime views of the surrounding forest and Lac Franc. The raw woodwork and concrete floors give the house an inviting, cozy atmosphere, and the two terraces offer an enhanced indoor-outdoor experience.
La Cadrée Perchée provides an ideal escape from city life, perfect for those seeking a connection with nature and a haven for relaxation.
Discover the Cashew Tree House, a single-story house designed by Terra Capobianco and Galeria Arquitetos located in Ubatuba, Brazil.
This stunning property is nestled between light and shade from the cashew tree tops, allowing it to blend in with the natural beauty of its surroundings. With a design style that combines conventional systems with laminated eucalyptus wood structure, it also features a variety of passive design strategies that ensure environmental comfort for its users.
This luxurious residence is located in Praia Vermelha do Sul, a beach in Ubatuba that is known for its stunning views and sun-filled days.
