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Keswick Colonial: Veida Sadri’s Stunning Family Home

Elegant bedroom with fireplace, large sofa, and an ornate chandelier overhead.

Step inside the Keswick Colonial, a beautifully restored 120-year-old center-hall Georgian colonial home in Keswick, Baltimore, Maryland. Designed by Veida Sadri of Veida Sadri Design, this house seamlessly blends historical charm with modern family living.

The original floors and study woodwork were preserved, while the foyer features dramatic black lacquer doors and railings. Each room is versatile, from the formal living room with desks to the kitchen doubling as a family room. This thoughtful design caters to the needs of a modern family, making every space count for Veida, her husband, and their three children.

Kanemitsusyuzo: Preserving Sake Brewing Tradition in Hiroshima

A modern, minimalist-style Japanese building with an arched entrance and large windows overlooking a courtyard.

Fathom‘s renovation of the Kanemitsusyuzo sake brewery in Hiroshima, Japan, beautifully blends tradition and modernity. This 2021 project breathes new life into the 123-year-old brewery, preserving its historic architecture while introducing contemporary design elements.

From the interplay of materials like burnt cedar, plaster, and red brick to the organic R-line that expresses the vibrancy of the brewing process, this sake tasting room and retail space pays homage to the brewery’s rich heritage while welcoming a new generation of visitors.

Jap in Isola: Transforming a Milanese Apartment for Modern Living

Minimalist living room with Japanese-inspired artwork and sliding panels, sleek furnishings.

Fiorenza Raja‘s exceptional apartment renovation project, “Jap in Isola,” showcases her expertise in transforming a traditional “Vecchia Milano” unit in the heart of Milan, Italy. Combining meticulous attention to detail and a harmonious design approach, this 2017 project exemplifies the seamless integration of custom furnishings and lighting within the apartment’s unique architectural features.

House M: Minimalist Vacation Home in Balearic Islands

Spacious living room with white walls, exposed wood beams, and a modern green sectional.

Destilat Design Studio‘s latest project, House M, showcases a thoughtful renovation of a turn-of-the-century sandstone building in the Balearic Islands, Spain.

Designed in 2024, this vacation home on three floors embodies the local culture’s essence, with the architects carefully incorporating traditional materials and techniques to create a minimalist, airy atmosphere that ensures a relaxed lifestyle for the family.

Artchimboldi Barcelona: Embracing Feng Shui in Architecture

Spacious modern living room with concrete ceiling, patterned tile floor, and minimalist furnishings.

Situated in the heart of Barcelona, Spain, Artchimboldi is a stunning apartment design by the talented Emma Martí. Embracing the principles of feng shui, this 2023 project features a warm, welcoming entrance and seamless integration of flexible, light-filled spaces.

The use of natural wood and textured glass throughout creates a harmonious, minimalist aesthetic, while strategic lighting and HVAC solutions enhance the overall functionality and adaptability of the home.

AMB House: Timeless Elegance and Modern Art Deco Design

FeaturedModern, minimalist living space with open staircase, wooden accents, and geometric design elements.

Blending tradition and modernity, the AMB House in Shoham, Israel, showcases the captivating design of Oshir Asaban. This 2023 house combines classical and art deco influences, creating a harmonious fusion of timeless elegance and contemporary aesthetics. The exterior’s classic white wooden windows and shingle roof pay homage to traditional architecture, while a daring metal beam transcends the structure, seamlessly bridging the past and the present. Inside, clean lines and a neutral backdrop allow the meticulous details of the furniture, lighting, and styling to shine, elevating the overall sophistication of the spaces.

On the Balcony: Blending Tradition and Innovation in Em Paralelo’s Porto Office

A modern, minimalist office design with geometric wood paneling and sleek white furniture.

In Porto, Portugal, the Em Paralelo architecture firm has unveiled its new 110m2 office space, seamlessly blending design, memory, and family ties. Designed in 2023, this office project, titled “On the Balcony,” pays homage to the firm’s founder’s late father, who played a pivotal role in the firm’s inception. By integrating the concept of “interior design” into their architectural vision, Em Paralelo has created a versatile, welcoming workspace that encourages creativity, collaboration, and contemplation.