On a corner lot in Jardim Europa, São Paulo, P483 House rises as a striking 16,150 sq ft (1,500 sq m) residence. Designed by Armentano Arquitetura, the house features a transparent glass pavilion with a wooden structure that serves as the central volume, dividing the real estate into two blocks: the social area opening onto the backyard and pool, and the private living spaces positioned at the rear of the plot.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Namakabrud, Iran, the ON House, crafted by NOIR office in 2023, presents a flawless blend of indoor and outdoor spaces. This elegant house features an eye-catching facade, marked by modular forms that integrate seamlessly with the lush surroundings.
This small cabin designed by Tomás de Iruarrizaga is located near Valdivia, Chile. It sits in the middle of the dense and humid Valdivian rainforest. The form is conceived as a compact and sharply defined volume — a prism with acute angles that contrasts strongly with its surroundings. Its interiors, made of laurel wood, are warm and tactile; everything feels like part of a built-in furnishing, much like the interiors of boats, where ribs and keels are exposed.
The comfortable Penthouse, located near the Schoorl sand dunes and right at the edge of the forest in Schoorl, Netherlands, was designed by architect Jeroen de Nijs in 2024. The spacious apartment combines natural tones and materials with a layout that maximises natural light and views, delivering a tranquil, vacation-like atmosphere for a family looking to escape city living.
Caju is a house in Teton Village, Wyoming, United States, designed by CLB Architects in 2024. The home emphasizes simplicity, with a weathering steel shell that nods to a Brazilian fruit. As a compact retreat amid thick woods, Caju’s sturdy exterior has been designed to complement its surroundings and prevent further disturbance of the rugged landscape. The interior palette is limited mostly to larch wood that creates a warm, intimate atmosphere.
Icicle House 03, a house located in Leavenworth, WA, United States, was designed by Syndicate Smith in 2019. The contemporary property features a three-story design that minimizes land disruption, while a rooftop deck collects rainwater providing extra sustainability.
Designed by FRS Arquitetura, the IA House combines elegance with structural lightness in Praia do Forte, Brazil. This house beautifully embraces its surroundings with expansive openings for natural light and ventilation. The seamless interior layout encourages interaction, while wood and stone elements root the design in the local context, combined with decor that highlights Bahia’s cultural references. The design prioritizes comfort and energy efficiency, creating a harmonious living space between the inside and out.
Located in Waalwijk, Netherlands, the Houten Huis is a family house designed in 2024 by studio] [space architecten. The architecture makes use of robust wooden walls, floors, and roof panels, showcasing cross-laminated timber’s sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Combining a compact footprint with smart solutions, the home balances functionality and beauty while promoting an eco-friendly lifestyle, with the cemented outer facade complementing its iconic form beside a body of water.