Maison KN, a stunning individual house nestled in the historic core of Hanoi, Vietnam, showcases the innovative design of NGHIA Architect. Commissioned for the grown children of a longstanding Hanoi family, this future-proof dwelling balances openness and comfort, integrating living, working, and leisure spaces seamlessly. Designed in 2023, the house stands out with its unique facade that “reflects” the randomness of the surrounding rooftops, creating different visual frames on each floor. The highlight is the 3rd-floor garden, featuring a floating walkway that brings in natural light and ventilation, while also ensuring privacy.
The Alpine Chalet CPL in Montreux, Switzerland, designed by Ralph Germann Architectes, showcases a stunning fusion of traditional mountain architecture and contemporary design. Originally built in 1830, this rural building has been expertly transformed into a modern haven, preserving the property’s historic charm while incorporating raw materials like concrete and lime plaster. The design emphasizes a neutral setting to showcase the clients’ artwork and antique furniture, with a large horizontal window offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
The First-Hand House, a 120 sq.m. apartment in Bandra West, Mumbai, India, showcases the exceptional design work of DOT. This north-south facing apartment was meticulously planned to establish a spatial continuum, allowing natural light to flood every corner. Featuring a two-bay layout with a central passage, the apartment seamlessly connects the living areas facing the sea to the utility and guest spaces. The use of only two carefully-crafted materials creates a sense of openness and seamlessness, while the varying ceiling heights and softened edges provide a calming, sensorial experience.
Designed by the innovative Atelier Design N Domain, the K House in Alibag, India showcases a captivating transformation of a traditional family home into a modern, tropical-inspired masterpiece. This contemporary residential project seamlessly blends the original structure with a new, open-plan design that prioritizes natural light, ventilation, and a seamless indoor-outdoor connection.
Situated in a lush, tropical village on the outskirts of Bombay, the K House exemplifies the studio’s commitment to sustainable design practices and a sensitive approach to integrating the new with the existing.
This cherished 1907 San Francisco residence has undergone a remarkable rejuvenation by SkB Architects, embracing its historical charm and infusing it with a California-inspired ambiance. The home’s iconic wooden tile facade, once a quintessential Bay Area design, has been thoughtfully preserved, while the interiors have been transformed to create a versatile and personalized living experience.
Designed by the renowned firm RAD+ar, the Passive Lab House in South Tangerang City, Indonesia, is a captivating exploration of tropical passive design in a postmodern urban context. This experimental house employs innovative techniques, such as overlapping void spaces, reflective pools, and strategically placed skylights, to create a comfortable microclimate without relying on active systems. The project’s thoughtful integration of biophilic and tropical elements within a contemporary design language offers a promising solution to the challenges posed by unplanned urbanization.
Situated in the picturesque Muskoka District Municipality of Ontario, Canada, the Six Mile Lake Cottage by BLDG Workshop showcases a seamless integration of indoor and outdoor living.
Designed in 2024, this stunning single-family home embraces the serene beauty of the Georgian Bay landscape, blurring the line between the built environment and the natural surroundings. With a focus on connecting the cottage to the undulating shoreline, the design aims to remove any sense of division, allowing the tranquility of the lakeside setting to permeate the interior spaces.
Angá Arquitetura‘s Páteo House in Praia Guaecá, Brazil, is a renovated colonial-style house that blends traditional elements with a contemporary aesthetic. Designed in 2021, this practical and cozy house features an integrated layout, enhanced lighting, and a refreshed color palette that breathes new life into the original structure.
