Located in Brasilia, Brazil, House of Courtyards is a two-story residence designed by Bloco Arquitetos in 2018. This modern minimalist residence was awarded an Honorable Mention at the 56th Annual Awards of the Brazilian Institute of Architects in Rio de Janeiro (IAB-RJ) and features a regular grid that follows guidelines of solar orientation, views to the landscape and topography.
Villa Trompenberg, designed by Engel Architecten, is a two-story house located on the outskirts of Hilversum, Netherlands.
This modern yet timeless home brings harmony to its surrounding landscape with its striking masonry chimneys and its recessed horizontal joint. From its royal entrance to the spacious bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, the house offers plenty of room to relax and unwind. The coral red brick and the slender UNP steel fascia with a matt powder coating give the home a sleek and modern look. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows and canopies allow plenty of natural daylight and help keep the house cool during the summer.
Discover the beautiful, contemporary two-story residence in Woodway, Washington, designed by the renowned Floisand Studio Architects.
Located on the stunning Puget Sound, Woodway is the perfect setting for this impressive property, which was completed in 2015. The large home features modern, sleek lines and an open concept design, perfect for entertaining and taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Come explore Woodway and the stunning work of Floisand Studio Architects.
Located in São José dos Campos, Brazil, Fernanda Marques Arquitetos Associados has designed the two-story house Jabuticaba with a contemporary style, completed in 2022.
This extensive residence offers almost 1600 sq. m (17222 sq. ft) of living space for a young couple with small children. The house opens onto the garden and features a toy library, two home theaters, a gym area, and a terrace, making it the perfect place to receive friends and family. With the privilege of children in mind, the interior and exterior spaces have been designed to enhance the residential program, while elements of nature are ever-present throughout the project.
Casa GP, a two-story residence located in Mérida, Mexico, was designed in 2020 by OWN. Located in the Yucatán Golf Club “Country Club” in the Yucatán peninsula, this stunning property offers spectacular views of the golf course and the magnificent surrounding trees.
The project was born from a collaboration between friendly firms and follows a line of sustainable and bioclimatic design. The design takes advantage of the natural lighting, with floor-to-ceiling windows covered by a dynamic facade, and uses ailerons on the slab of the bedrooms to reduce the interior temperature. The palette of materials selected for the project (Concrete, Wood, Steel and Glass) creates an elegant and subtle environment that provides users with an atmosphere of tranquility and peace.
Welcome to the Newport Houses in Brisbane, Australia, a pair of two-story waterfront homes designed by Jasper Brown Architects in 2020.
Nestled in the stunning Newport near Redcliffe, these contemporary homes feature a continuous gently sloping roof that falls to the west, giving each house a distinct spatial character. Between the two houses is a communal courtyard, while a wet-edge pool blends seamlessly into its lakefront surroundings. Inside, a sunken living area with deep-set built-in lounge seat in marshmallow pink leather is sure to catch the eye, while copper surfaces add warmth to the bedroom retreat on the first-floor level.
Casa Z is a two-story house located on one of the highest hills in Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo, Mexico. Designed by Zozaya Arquitectos in 2018, it is a minimalist concrete house with large, rich social spaces, perfect for enjoying the beautiful panoramic views and the climate of the region. Its infinity pool reflects the ocean and creates a sensation of flow, and its use of essential materials such as concrete, steel, local limestone and bamboo perfectly blends modern and tropical styles.
Located in Bangkok, Thailand, the P12 Residence is a two-story house designed by Pongpat Architect in 2022.
Combining modern architecture and the Zen style, this house is designed to provide privacy and a green area in the center for the family to enjoy. The exterior has full of visual differences between the interior and the exterior and features two types of ventilation: Cross ventilation and Stack ventilation.
Inside, the house has clear spaces and double volumes creating a comfortable atmosphere. The key concept of the design is minimal style, simple elements, and respecting the environment.