In the heart of São Paulo, Brazil, ARKITITO Arquitetura has crafted a captivating artist couple’s atelier house, Casa Trem. Designed in 2022, this single-story, flat construction seamlessly blends with the natural clearings of the regenerated forest terrain, offering a unique interplay of groundedness and aerial views. Featuring a sequence of solid and void spaces, the project’s organic yet straight design showcases the interplay of solidity and lightness, with glass enclosures highlighting the raw, natural light.
Designed by renowned Czech architect Petr Jančálek, the Prague 1 Flat showcases a stunning transformation of a historic apartment in the heart of Prague, Czech Republic. This complete reconstruction and extension project, completed in 2023, seamlessly blends the property’s original classicist charm with modern elements and technologies, creating a harmonious living space that celebrates the apartment’s rich heritage.
Featuring a new roof dormer, an outdoor atrium, and meticulously restored wooden beamed ceilings, this apartment project exemplifies the designer’s vision to revive the artistic values of the historic apartment while thoughtfully incorporating contemporary design sensibilities.
Designed by the renowned Andy Nien Architects, Residence A1 in Taiwan is a captivating apartment project that showcases a delicate balance of simplicity and charm. This 2024 design caters to an affluent entrepreneurial couple seeking a modest yet inviting space to unwind after their busy schedules. The predominantly gray and white color palette is accentuated by a harmonious blend of warm materials, including stucco, wood veneers, and translucent stone, creating a solid and visually appealing texture throughout the residence.
PINN’N PAN house is a captivating architectural masterpiece located in Ratchaburi, Thailand. Designed by the innovative ForX Design Studio in 2023, this remarkable farm-style residence seamlessly integrates the needs of its young couple owners – an aircraft engineer and local entrepreneur. The property features a unique 10% residential, 40% pig farm, and 50% sustainable agriculture allocation, showcasing a harmonious blend of living spaces and agricultural functions.
In Toronto’s leafy neighborhoods, a modern marvel stands in contrast to the surrounding faux-historical homes. Shift House, designed by renowned architecture firm Dubbeldam Architecture + Design, is a striking two-story residence that celebrates the interplay of interior and exterior spaces. Featuring a bold, stepped façade with contrasting charcoal and warm cedar cladding, the 300-square-meter home offers its occupants a meaningful connection to the outdoors through strategic spatial arrangements, ample glazing, and thoughtful landscaping.
When the Disbrow Iannuzzi-designed Sodon Lake House in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, USA, was revived in 2021, the owners sought to infuse the midcentury modern home with the light and energy of Venice Beach. With a thoughtful renovation focused on sustainability and durable materials, the 5,300-square-foot residence now offers a cozy, art-filled haven for the family of four.
The Hambud House, designed by Iranian architect Mohammad Hadianpour, is a remarkable residential project that seeks to address the unique challenges of its Ilam, Iran, context. Situated in a city characterized by high-density construction and limited open spaces, this contemporary house aims to create a harmonious balance between indoor and outdoor areas, while also incorporating sustainable design principles.
The project’s focus on semi-open spaces, privacy, and the integration of natural elements highlights the designer’s thoughtful approach to enhancing the overall living experience for the residents.
Blending modern farmhouse elegance and local heritage, the ANACAPA-designed Ranch House in Santa Ynez, California, United States, embodies the valley’s essence through its sustainable, context-driven design. This 2022 residential project seamlessly melds tradition and innovation, offering a harmonious retreat that pays homage to the region’s storied past while embracing a forward-thinking approach to architecture and interior design.
