Merge Architects‘ West Broadway Housing in Boston, MA, United States, is a six-unit multi-unit residential building that showcases a unique architectural approach to its narrow, 27-foot-wide site. Designed in 2019, the project utilizes an exterior light well to provide natural ventilation and illumination, while its carefully composed and crafted facade of glass-fiber reinforced concrete panels creates a contemporary yet contextual break in the street’s vernacular.
This stunning residence in Austin, Texas, designed by the acclaimed Michael Hsu Office of Architecture, seamlessly blends modern architecture with the serene natural surroundings. The Greenbelt Residence, a house situated on a cliff overlooking a lush greenbelt, offers a harmonious indoor-outdoor living experience, with a cantilevered design that celebrates the breathtaking views. Locally sourced materials, including custom Leuders limestone brick and hemlock wood siding, create a refined and cohesive aesthetic, while an abundance of large windows and strategic lighting ensure a balanced and calming interior.
The Ski Ranch, a desert-adapted, off-the-grid capable modern lake house designed by The Ranch Mine architecture firm, offers a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience in Buckeye, Arizona. This Bauhaus-inspired home, built in 2022, features a walkway that draws residents and guests directly from the street to the boat house, emphasizing the owners’ passions for water sports and outdoor adventures.
Montalba Architects‘ stunning Graoni Beach House in Malibu, United States, showcases a captivating blend of coastal living and modern design. Elevated to account for rising sea levels, this oceanfront residence features a thoughtful layout that maximizes the breathtaking views. Boasting an open floor plan with a combined kitchen, dining, and family room, the home seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor living spaces, creating an airy and inviting atmosphere.
Located in the picturesque town of Jackson, Wyoming, the Logan Pavilion is a captivating family home designed by the renowned architecture firm CLB Architects. Originally built in 1997 on a tight budget and schedule, this minimalist dwelling has evolved over the years to meet the changing needs of the Logan family. Borrowing its form from local vernacular hay sheds, the home’s gabled roof and tall columns provide shelter on the open sagebrush plain, blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape.
Designed by Robert Young Architects, the Virginia Treehouse in Great Falls, Virginia, is a captivating house that seamlessly integrates with its forested surroundings. This 2022 residential project serves as a tranquil retreat, strategically positioned to preserve the sensitive ecologies of the Potomac River floodplain. The interiors, clad in natural and warm materials, choreograph movement through the house, framing specific views of the forest that create a harmonious connection between the architecture and its natural landscape.
Escape to the stunning Hollywood Hills Retreat, a captivating architectural masterpiece designed by Thomas Fanning of Bowery Design Group in 2022. Situated on a sprawling 15,681-square-foot lot in Los Angeles, California, USA, this extraordinary single-family home boasts 10,700 square feet of meticulously crafted living space, offering a spacious and private retreat with breathtaking 220-degree views of the surrounding cityscape.
The American Australian Association (AAA) recently unveiled its new Murdoch Center in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, designed by renowned architecture firm Woods Bagot. This state-of-the-art cultural center blends flexible office spaces with versatile event areas, providing a dynamic hub for strengthening ties between Australia and the United States.
Featuring a seamless integration of hospitality and functionality, the design incorporates custom movable furnishings and exposed ceilings that create a gallery-like atmosphere, perfectly suited for the AAA’s rotating arts programming.
