The Villain House, designed by architect Clàudia Raurell, is situated in Barcelona, Spain. Completed in 2023, this contemporary residence stands on the northern slope of Montjuic. The design features a straw-colored exterior and a grey-hued, brutalist interior.
Its unique structure forms an integrated urban silhouette, characterized by a doubling of its street-facing facade. Innovative space allocation removes the need for doors, and a glass-enclosed patio improves climate control.
In the quaint locale of Navarcles, Spain, La Cris emerges as a shining example of avant-garde architecture nestled within a historical context. Coming to life in 2021, this undertaking skillfully reinvents a classic terraced dwelling. By excavating its layers, the design unveils a striking triple-height void that acts as a transformative bridge connecting diverse sections of the house.
Located near the Biscayan coast in Spain, Casa Rosa by Polo Estudio offers a modern interpretation of the Basque farmhouse. Designed in 2024, the house features compact concrete volumes that blend traditional construction with contemporary living.
Oratge House, designed by KVPA Kokudev Padilla Arquitectura, is a 2023 project in Barcelona, Spain. Nestled in the Montseny Natural Park, this house for a young family emphasizes outdoor living with exceptional mountain views. Using local materials like lime mortar and pine wood, the house incorporates green facades and sustainable elements, achieving comfort without air conditioning.
ZOOCO Estudio has remodeled the century-old Churri House in Santander, Spain, prioritising light and space. Designed in 2024, the interior features oak panelling, creating open-plan living areas separated from private spaces. The design respects traditional architectures, offering neutral-toned kitchens and bathrooms for a timeless look.
The Vivienda Abando apartment in Bilbao, Spain, by designer María Acha, was renovated in 2024 to feature distinct areas for optimal functionality. The design highlights practical and intuitive restructuring, focusing on daily comfort.
Lucas y Hernández-Gil Arquitectos has transformed a 1970s bungalow in Madrid’s San Juan reservoir area into a modern retreat. Designed in 2023, Casa Montesa features deep window boxes that blend the interior and exterior, while a striking burgundy-tiled kitchen island serves as a central focal point.
Casa T is a 287-square-metre house transformation by Menorca-based architecture studio Gabriel Montañés. Gabriel Montañés reinvigorated a traditional farmhouse in Spain, abandoned for 20 years, infusing it with contemporary life while preserving original features and materials intrinsic to Menorcan culture.
