Perched on a steeply sloping site at the edge of a fjord in Saguenay, Canada, Sur Le Ruisseau house was designed by local studio Matière Première Architecture in 2019 as a retreat from everyday life. The minimalist interiors are warmed with natural materials including a full-length red oak bookshelf, which extends throughout the home and doubles as a light fixture.
Situated on the captivating island of Florianópolis in southern Brazil, the Ponte House by TETRO Arquitetura is a residential masterpiece that seamlessly blends with its breathtaking natural surroundings. Designed in 2024, this striking house takes inspiration from the iconic Hercílio Luz Bridge, integrating its steel and perforated sheet elements to create a harmonious architectural expression that transcends the functional aspects of a typical home.
Atelier Design N Domain‘s Casa Feliz in Alibag, India, is a captivating tropical house that seamlessly blends with its lush, natural surroundings.
Designed in 2020, this 10,000 sq. ft. contemporary villa is set on a 2-acre site, offering a perfect coastal getaway just south of Mumbai. The house’s design concept revolves around the idea of a “threshold” that transports residents into a tranquil, nature-immersed world, with a monolithic material palette and striking architectural features.
Designed by K10 Studio, the Ostional Guesthouse in Costa Rica’s Guanacaste region offers a captivating 175 m² beach house with a low-tech industrial design concept. Featuring an open-plan living area, an infinity pool, and two master bedrooms with ocean and jungle views, this property seamlessly blends minimalistic elements with a deep connection to its stunning natural surroundings.