Located in Hagenberg, Austria, House Mesh is a compact 205 m² residence designed by Caramel Architekten with a striking corrugated aluminum facade and folded green roof. The bold, reflective exterior sets a futuristic tone while offering thermal regulation and ventilation thanks to its layered construction. Afive-meter-high living space anchors the layout, connecting seamlessly to the […]
As a traveler and designer, standing before this villa on Lake Como felt like stepping into a reverie. The 18th-century structure is not just beautifully preserved—it’s been reawakened. J. Mayer H. Architects didn’t just renovate a home; they reignited its soul. The octagonal form, perched directly on the water’s edge, makes you feel suspended between […]
Perched gently atop timber stilts in the Austrian countryside, the Zen House by Jan Tyrpekl is a minimalist retreat that feels both weightless and deeply grounded in nature. Elevated four meters above the orchard floor, the 30 m² glass micro-home was designed for reflection, calm, and connection with the land. Surrounded by mature trees and […]
Located in Portugal, M House by Silverline Architects is a striking example of contemporary residential architecture that balances concrete strength with a strong connection to its surroundings. The home features a bold, floating concrete upper volume that shades the open-plan living space below, while retractable glass walls blur the boundary between interior and exterior. The […]
Casa Olivos by Gonzalo Bardach Arquitectura, located on a golf course slope in Pilar, Argentina, offers a stunning architectural response to its natural setting. The most striking feature is its curved concrete roof, seamlessly merging into a green terrace, blurring the boundary between architecture and landscape. Acting as both roof and garden, this vegetated ramp […]
Located on the shores of Lake Attersee, House F by bogenfeld Architektur blends simplicity and function with striking clarity. The two-story home is designed with a narrow, elongated footprint to preserve garden space while maximizing views from both floors. On the exterior, the black-stained timber cladding and pitched roof take cues from traditional boathouses nearby. […]
Built into a steep hillside in Christchurch, New Zealand, the Scarborough Bêton Brut House by Young Architects integrates raw concrete construction with expansive ocean views. Designed to work with challenging geotechnical conditions, the home uses exposed concrete both structurally and aesthetically, with surfaces left unpainted and sealed in a matte finish. The interior balances the […]
VA House by Sebastian David Büscher rises from the hills of Weiler, Austria with a dramatic angular silhouette. Its sharply folded A-frame roof commands attention, wrapped in silver fir cladding that mimics the linear striations of the surrounding alpine terrain. This sculptural roof isn’t just a nod to regional forms, it defines the architecture, guiding […]
Perched on the steep coastline of Ligar Bay, New Zealand, the Ligar Bay Bach House by Young Architects redefines the contemporary holiday retreat. This 163 m² residence merges bold structural clarity with raw material honesty, standing confidently against a dense backdrop of native greenery while overlooking the pristine bay below. The house unfolds as a […]
Located in Wanaka, New Zealand, the 90-square-meter Sugi House was designed by Condon Scott Architects for a family of five based in Singapore. Inspired by the efficiency of Japanese ski lodges, the house balances compactness with comfort, providing a functional retreat on a small footprint. The exterior features warm cedar shingles used for both cladding […]