Scullion Architects has extended and renovated a Victorian terraced house in Dublin, Ireland. Named Apple Tree Terrace, the project features a hybrid construction that includes a concrete frame ground floor and a timber frame first floor. Completed in 2023, the renovation uses handmade terracotta floor tiles to unite indoor and outdoor spaces.
Johnston Architects designed the Oak Tree Pavilion in Lacey, Washington, USA. Completed in 2019, this first facility for a 55+ housing community is inspired by nearby oak trees, offering residents a connection to nature with its warm, textural interiors and spacious, light-filled rooms.
The pavilion features a lounge area, fitness studio, and a gathering hall, all designed to promote social and physical wellness. Its design reflects traditional home concepts with contemporary, commercial-style interiors.
Villa Sint Oedenrode is a distinctive residence in Sint-Oedenrode, Netherlands, designed by RHAW Architecture. Completed in 2022, this house embodies a minimalist aesthetic, featuring timber, glass, and concrete. Notable for its straightforward, light structure, the villa seamlessly integrates into the Arcadian Dommelvallei landscape.
Porter Architects has transformed an early 20th-century home in Ballarat, Australia, into the Golden Point House. Designed in 2024, the project retains the original front façade and internal rooms, now serving as bedrooms and a kids’ area.
Life Down A Lane, a house in Melbourne’s Richmond neighbourhood designed by Tom Robertson Architects, features a central courtyard. The contemporary family home is surrounded by neighbours, necessitating a design that balances privacy with openness. The living spaces are elevated for increased sunlight, while the interiors contrast monochromatic exteriors with light tones.
Robust external forms open to the courtyard, providing a focal point and ensuring security. Central spaces include a sculpted marble island in the kitchen and a dramatic full-height window for exterior views.
ID Architecture has revamped The Old Rectory – a 19th-century home in South Kelsey, United Kingdom, integrating a two-storey extension with vertical timber cladding. The contemporary design features expansive glazing that frames the property’s eight-acre grounds. The extension, incorporating passive solar shading, establishes a stronger connection to the surrounding landscape.
Designed by Ábaton, the El Escorial Renovation is a comprehensive overhaul of a 1976 house in Madrid, Spain. Situated amid the dense forest of Mount Abantos, the project focuses on sustainability and energy efficiency, utilizing modern technologies and materials. The design prioritizes the connection with the surrounding environment, incorporating large windows for natural light and integrating as much of the original structure as possible. The renovation encourages family interaction, linking indoor and outdoor spaces seamlessly.
Nestled in the dense, forested hills of Hobart, Australia, the Taroona House by Archier offers a captivating fusion of modern design and immersion in the rugged Tasmanian landscape. This innovative house features a three-structure layout that adapts to the clients’ needs, minimizing energy usage while providing panoramic views of the surrounding bushland and Derwent River.