Meditation Duplex, designed by Sim-Plex Design Studio in Hong Kong, offers an innovative apartment solution. This 2023 project features a transformable electric staircase and detachable platform for flexible living and meditation scenarios. With a focus on sustainability and smart technology, it enhances tranquility and maximizes space in a bustling urban setting.
The Half-Tree House, designed by Jacobschang Architecture in 2016, is a 360-square-foot retreat nestled in a stunning second-growth forest in Sullivan County, New York. This innovative shelter elevates architecture by seamlessly integrating with nature, utilizing sustainable materials and a unique support system that allows two trees to anchor its structure.
A perfect blend of modern design and rustic charm, this retreat is ideal for nature enthusiasts seeking a serene escape.
Situated on the Centrumeiland in Amsterdam, the Wooncoöperatie de Warren is a pioneering cooperative housing project designed by Natrufied Architecture in 2022. This 36-apartment development offers social and affordable rental housing, boasting an impressive ‘EPC’ rating of -0.16, making it an energy-positive building.
With its wood construction, material reuse, and focus on sustainable and cost-effective urban living, De Warren is setting new standards for cooperative living in the Netherlands.
Nestled in the heart of Vienna, Austria, Apartment A showcases the exceptional design work of destilat Design Studio. This 180 m2 flat in a prestigious old building was carefully remodeled to meet the needs of a young family, even with the challenges of travel restrictions during the pandemic. The design features a palette of subtle natural tones, high-quality sustainable materials, and a thoughtful lighting concept that creates a calming, harmonious atmosphere.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, is known for its dense urban landscape, often with limited living spaces and greenery. However, the EcoBreeze House, designed by A+ Architects in 2023, offers a refreshing solution.
This 330 m2 modern house in the heart of the city embraces a unique double-skin facade system, enabling the building to “breathe” and harmonize with the local climate. Integrating native greenery throughout the home, the design team has blurred the boundaries between the built environment and nature, creating a light-filled, sustainable oasis for the owners.
Nordest Arquitectura‘s innovative “Casas 1922” project in Rupià, Spain, showcases a bioclimatic and integrated approach to residential design. This two-house development, designed in 2023, prioritizes the harmonious relationship between interior and exterior spaces, with a central courtyard blurring the boundaries between the two.
Embracing the advantages of industrialized systems, the project reinterprets traditional typologies to create a building that seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings, where natural materials like compacted earth, adobe, and wood take center stage.
Introducing Zemlja, a sustainable and adaptable apartment retrofit in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, designed by Project V Architecture in 2023. This ecologically and economically viable project reimagines urban living, drawing inspiration from the city’s architectural history and the resilience of its citizens.
Zemlja, meaning “earth,” “land,” and “country,” offers a glimmer of hope for a viable alternative through sustainable reconstruction, promoting the use of local, natural materials and fostering a holistic approach to social repair and healing in the war-burdened Grbavica neighborhood.
Across the lush Costa Rican landscape, ‘Cascada de Luz‘ by Studio Saxe emerges as a serene haven, offering a captivating glimpse into the harmonious fusion of architecture and nature. Situated in Osa, Puntarenas Province, this stunning 2023 house design showcases a masterful interplay of light, materials, and ecological integration, creating a truly exceptional living experience.
