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On the Gulf of Mondello near Palermo, MAB Arquitectura has revived Villa Liberty, an early 20th-century villa originally designed as an officers’ pavilion and later converted into a private residence by the Counts Tasca d’Almerita. The project preserved architectural integrity while adapting the space for modern living. Set against the intense blues of sea and […] More
In the Argüello neighborhood of northern Córdoba, Estudio Lz designed Spano Houses around a challenging corner plot with irregular geometry, a site shaped as much by its topography as by a single existing linden tree. Instead of leveling the land or imposing a rigid layout, the architects allowed the site itself to guide the plan. […] More
Editor Jana Kostic speaks with Melazza co-founders Florencia Melazza and Malena Taboada for ARCHISCENE Magazine, reflecting on Casa Viaggio, a deeply personal project shaped by quiet detail and intuitive design. Rooted in intuition and resistance to trend, the conversation moves through ideas of memory, ritual, and material nuance, charting a path through spaces that don’t […] More
Choosing the right roof isn’t just about keeping the rain out anymore. Today, it’s also about making your home look great and stand firm for years. Whether you’re building a new place or considering an upgrade, your roof plays a bigger role than you might think. It’s not just the top layer of protection – […] More
Architect João Pedro Pedrosa designed Casa na Lameira on the edge of Fátima, close to the city yet firmly embedded in a rural setting. Working closely with the owners, a young couple with two children, he shaped a house that respects its surroundings while offering the comforts of daily life. One of the owners, trained […] More
The Star Homes project brings together architecture, science, and community in a bid to reduce disease and improve well-being in one of Tanzania’s poorest regions. Located in Mtwara, an area with high rates of malaria, respiratory infections, and diarrhea, the project consists of 110 identical, two-storey homes built across 60 villages. Each home functions not […] More
In the village of Pererenan, Bali, Alexis Dornier designed the Akashi Residence as a place that invites movement, surprise, and engagement. This six-bedroom house opens itself through a dramatic central void, a vertical space that brings in light and fresh air while organizing the flow between levels. Rather than functioning as a standard lightwell or […] More
Banánka House by Paulíny Hovorka Architects, stands at the edge of Banka, a small village wrapped in a narrow valley at the base of the Považský Inovec mountains. The plot sits quietly among dense forest, tall trees, and a natural stream. A narrow road leads to the site and continues into a trail beyond, reinforcing […] More
Edge House designed by Bezmirno Architects, presents a clear architectural approach: reduce distraction, increase clarity, and connect each element to its material logic. Designed as a private two-storey residence, the project focuses on minimalism, spatial efficiency, and environmental awareness. At every level, the house prioritizes tactile qualities over excess, and form over ornament. With its […] More
On Whidbey Island, a modest cedar house sits just above a meadow, quietly inviting residents into a slower rhythm, known as Whidbey Uparati, the Sanskrit word for stillness. The 1,880 square foot retreat serves as both a family gathering space and a meditative sanctuary. Architect Matt Wittman designed the house to prioritize connection to nature, […] More
MEMAR Architecture, a distinguished Dubai-based design firm with nearly 30 international awards, introduces its latest residential masterpiece, an exclusive villa in Dubai Hills. This luxurious project has already received recognition with three international awards in the Architecture – Single Residence category. With its modern design, the villa stands as a refined statement of contemporary luxury, […] More
Located in Loredo, a coastal town in northern Spain, Casa Loredo is the second residence designed by Zooco Estudio for its ongoing series titled New Vernacular Architecture of the Cantabrian Coast. Designed on a narrow plot with views across the bay to Santander, the house serves as both shelter and viewpoint. Surrounded by pines and […] More