Situated on the breathtaking coastline of Costa Rica, Pasha emerges as a beachfront sanctuary that blends modern elegance with the untamed beauty of its natural surroundings. Crafted by the visionary design team at Studio Saxe, this hotel project invites guests to immerse themselves in a symphony of architecture and nature, offering a transformative retreat unlike any other.
Situated in the heart of Austin, Texas, the Canopy House by A Parallel Architecture showcases an innovative approach to sustainable, custom single-family design. Leveraging the site’s existing mature trees, the project employs a large, strategically oriented canopy structure to create a series of shaded outdoor living spaces, effectively doubling the home’s livable square footage while minimizing its environmental impact.
This striking pre-fab house, designed by Barcelona-based firm ON-A in 2016, offers a harmonious blend of contemporary architecture and energy-efficient construction. Situated in the residential area of San Cugat, the project utilizes modular, prefabricated wooden structures and Building Information Modeling (BIM) to maximize views of the surrounding forest and golf course landscape.
Boasting a transparent, open-plan layout, the two-story home features a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living spaces, including a pool and expansive terrace.
Slate House, a new three-level, high-performing, and high-end apartment building in the bayside suburb of Brighton, Melbourne, Australia, was designed by the renowned architecture firm Austin Maynard Architects. Responding to the developers’ brief to create beautiful, thoughtful, refined, and efficient homes, the design is a careful articulation of built form that fits gently within the street’s character, sensitive to the size and presence of neighboring properties.
Studio Anna Jach‘s House with an Eye in Zurich is an exceptional renovation project that blends sustainable construction, energy-efficient solutions, and innovative design.
Commissioned by a small family, this Swiss architectural marvel features an interactive pine wood facade with dynamic shutters that control natural light. The rear facade further captivates with a programmed 3D shadow relief, creating a mesmerizing interplay between the building and its surroundings.
Designed by the award-winning firm A Parallel Architecture, the Rollingwood Residence in Rollingwood, Texas, USA, is a stunning example of contemporary residential architecture. This single-family house, built in 2021, seamlessly blends the client’s desire for a cozy, family-oriented sanctuary with a focus on sustainable and resilient design.
In London, UK, THISS Studio has designed a vibrant and flexible social hub called Common Knowledge, challenging the austerity often associated with the music industry. This modular, dynamic space facilitates knowledge sharing amongst music professionals and recording artists, featuring bespoke furniture, lighting, and shelving developed in collaboration with Mitre and Mondays. Embracing the building’s industrial heritage, the design employs a tactile palette of cork, aluminum, and sycamore to create a coworking environment that feels like a welcoming home away from home.
Discover Upper Albert, a stunning five-bedroom house designed by ARRCC in 2022, located in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa. This property showcases a unique blend of modern architecture with a thoughtful dialogue on materiality, featuring interiors that echo the skills of local artisans and use sustainable materials like green stone aggregate and Rustenburg granite. Each space within Upper Albert is a testament to innovative design and luxurious living, perfectly situated to offer magnificent views of the city and harbor.
