NF House anchors a corner lot in Jakarta, Indonesia, with a confident yet restrained tropical contemporary presence. Cowema Studio Architect crafts a layered house where bold geometry, a central courtyard, and deep overhangs shape daily life in a hot, humid city. Inside and out, the residence moves between public gathering and private retreat, always returning to greenery, water, and filtered daylight as the quiet constants of the home.
Verandah House stands in Singapore as a compact house shaped by Mark 12 Architects around light, greenery, and a demanding urban edge. The three-level home layers courtyards, balconies, and gardens to temper the presence of a neighboring MRT station while drawing nature into daily routines. Eclectic interiors pair oriental references with contemporary lines, turning each level into a backdrop for art, gathering, and quiet work.
Residencia Chavarria stands in Puntarenas, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, as a low, porous house by Carazo Arquitectura that trades thick walls for garden-filled thresholds. Composed around an interior courtyard and wrapped in modular brick, the home reads as a continuous exchange between enclosure and vegetation. Shifting between open and sheltered zones, it reworks domestic life for a humid coastal climate and lets everyday routines unfold in tandem with light, air, and greenery.
Studio House sits in Costa Rica as a private house shaped by slope, jungle, and Pacific light. Designed by Formafatal founder Dagmar Štěpánová for herself and partner Karel Vančura, it pairs porous living with quiet refuge. The two-level villa near Uvita trades a conventional façade for exposure to air and ocean, threading terraces, a pool, and a rooftop into the site’s fall. It lives outdoors as much as in.
Located on Chaloem Phrkiat Thi 9 Road in Bangkok, Thailand, the 17 Ong-Sa House combines function and privacy. Designed by Poonsook Architects in 2024, this residential house features elements of Feng Shui. The layout is focused on functionality, while a series of gardens act as sound barriers against the busy streets, providing a secluded and comfortable living environment for the family, allowing them to enjoy peace and tranquility all day long.
Situated along Bali’s breathtaking West coast, Umah Nyama stands as an exclusive residence crafted by ZXC Studio in 2024. This awe-inspiring architectural masterpiece comprises two structures topped with gable roofs, interlinked by a sheltered pathway. They are skillfully positioned to align north-south and thoughtfully offset, allowing for the preservation of two grand, preexisting trees on the premises.
Casa Cerros is a house located in the Andes, Colombia, designed by LLANO Arquitectos. This residential masterpiece is a celebration of sustainable living and Colombian architectural innovation. The architecture is characterized by triangular forms and high ceilings, promoting natural ventilation and reducing the need for artificial cooling.
Borderless House, located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is an innovative residence designed by Formzero for an elderly couple. Embracing tropical architecture, the house integrates traditional Chinese garden principles and features expansive outdoor spaces, promoting a deep connection with nature while maintaining privacy for its inhabitants.
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