Alva Roy has completed the douBLe House in Toronto, Canada. The home is clad in reflective black bricks, white panels, Shou Sugi Ban wood, and Corten steel. The materials accentuate the home’s distinct volumes, which include nine levels, providing varied spatial experiences.
Niji House by Patio Livity, located in Tangerang, Indonesia, is a modern home prioritizing comfort and environmental efficiency. Designed in 2024, the house features a central core integrating various elements, including a skylight and koi pond, to enhance natural light and airflow.
The Avondale Residence in Houston’s historic Avondale neighborhood was renovated by HR Design Dept. The 1910 Craftsman house, once belonging to Texas Governor Ross Sterling, was restored to balance history with modern details. Enhancements include a second-floor skylight and scalloped wood screens, pairing with the owners’ antique Indian furniture collection.
Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Massaro House sits on a private island in Mahopac, United States. Realised by Tom Heinz in 2008, the 5,000-square-foot home features a cantilever stretching 75 feet (23 meters) in two directions.
The interior boasts 27 skylights, six fireplaces, and African mahogany details, maintaining Wright’s midcentury design aesthetic throughout. With 15-foot (4.6-meter) ceiling heights, the Massaro House complements the existing Chahroudi cottage built by the architect in 1951.
The DX House in Hanoi by X11 Design Studio features a jewel-inspired facade reflecting daily light changes. This minimalist home’s shared living areas and bedrooms, accommodate three generations, connected through a central skylight and garden rooftop. Sliding doors enhance river views, and natural stones combine with brick and wood for a rustic touch.
Realrich Architecture Workshop‘s Stupa House in Tangerang City, Indonesia, is a captivating blend of traditional Indonesian architecture and modern design. This 2022 residential project takes inspiration from the iconic stupa, a tapered traditional masonry temple, creating a serene oasis within the surrounding generic neighborhood.
The house features a striking castle-like form, with a focus on natural light and air circulation through a unique skylight system, offering a comfortable living experience in the hot, humid climate.
In the heart of Paddington, Australia, THOSE Architects have transformed a former mechanical garage and a 1960s commercial building into a cohesive, modern office space known as Goodhope. Designed in 2023, this 700-square-metre project seamlessly blends old and new, showcasing a material palette of off-form concrete, Victorian ash timber, and a striking, handmade brick facade. With a focus on sustainability and an elevated domestic sensibility, Goodhope offers a unique workspace that challenges traditional office design.