Casa Frascà Bosco is a house in Roccella Ionica, Italy, designed by federico casati and completed in 2023. Set within the layered terrain of Calabria’s Gelsomini coast, the project turns local conditions into a clear architectural order, using hand-sculpted granite, deep shadow, and a stepped interior plan to organize daily life from the office and living room to the terrace and pool.
Scho’s House sits on the edge of Theux, Belgium, where a residential street meets open farmland and the valley beyond. Crahayjamaigne shapes a compact three-level house that treads lightly on the steep terrain, pressing stone volumes into the hillside and setting timber-clad living areas above them. The result is a measured rural dwelling that balances long valley views with a quiet presence at the boundary of town and field.
Set amidst the hilly terrain of Ghalat, Iran, Villa Alley exemplifies cutting-edge design by Dall Office. Finished in 2023, this residence fully utilizes its natural surroundings while addressing two core elements: internal arrangement and sync with nature. The scheme employs local stones, underscoring a link to the classic Iranian architectural approach, but enhances it for contemporary necessities. Villa Alley embodies a lifestyle in sync with its surroundings.
Villa Icaria, a 2024 house in Guadalajara, Spain, was designed by Arquitectura Al Descubierto as a utopian proposal. The project’s volumes intertwine with nature, using local materials and engaging a rural organicism.
Ino Residence is a house update project in Thalames, Greece, executed by the architecture studio 3H_ARCHITECTS. The residence was updated in 2024 with an interior design guided by an emphasis on stone detailing, a harmonious material palette and connection between spaces.
Nestled in the picturesque hills of Coonoor, Tamil Nadu, the Stepped House by Studio Lotus embraces simplicity and harmony with its natural surroundings. This Indian eclectic-styled house features stunning views of blue mountains and coffee plantations, designed to blend seamlessly with the contours of the land.
Xixi Wetland Estate, a captivating residential project in Hangzhou, China, showcases the innovative design of Pritzker laureate David Chipperfield. Blending seamlessly with the natural landscape, the volcanic rock structure creates a striking counterpoint to the serene wetland environment. This collaboration between Huang Zhiyong Design and the homeowner explores the harmonious relationship between habitation and nature, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Tucked away in the lush Tapalpa highlands of Mexico, the captivating 28.0855 house by Van Van Atelier seamlessly blends traditional Mexican and Japanese design elements. This multifunctional retreat offers a serene oasis of rest and contemplation, where inhabitants experience a direct connection with nature and water. Featuring a harmonious interplay of stone walls, curved accents, and tranquil water features, the project showcases a thoughtful, sustainable approach that honors its picturesque surroundings.
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