Ana Sawaia Arquitetura completed this elegant apartment in Sao Paulo (Brazil) in 2019, the demand was comfort within elegant yet playful modern living. The woodwork in the living room stands out and it’s main purpose is to create a warm and comfortable living area. The apartment is taking impressive space of 130 square meters, with […] More
Brick houses are usually more expensive than other types of construction because of their highly prized characteristics. They are solid, well-insulated, and can stand the test of time provided they were correctly constructed and have a solid foundation. When you’re shopping for a home and looking at brick houses, it’s crucial to keep in mind […] More
Architects Barbora and Ji?í Weinzettl of Atelier 111 architekti created a home for themselves in a historical part of a small Czech town. They have connected two neighbouring houses, rid them of unsuitable modern elements and reconstructed them with respect towards their history, shape, scale and materiality. Discover more after the jump. From the architects: […] More
Saia Barbarese Topouzanov Architects recently completed works on the revitalization project of Les Habitations Saint-Michel Nord, a 185-unit social housing complex in Montreal’s Saint-Michel neighbourhood, originally designed by Montreal architect Philip Bobrow in the early 1970s. The newly redesigned complex now features plenty of light and colour. It has become a joyful part of the […] More
Although change is good, when it comes to home remodelling, it can be daunting. Without proper planning, a home makeover can quickly spiral out of control in terms of time and cost. You’ll be kicking yourself for ever considering it. Whether you’re renovating a single room or your entire house, it’s still a significant undertaking. […] More
Qiran Design Group recently completed works on their latest project in Nantong, China – Greentown · Trees Villa. The project consists of 2 residential units: Upper and lower villa. The villas redefine “home” through combining play of light and shadows, textures, touch and affinity, and provides ideal spaces with multiple functions and artistic aesthetics. […] More
ADR designed a residential complex composed of a villa, property caretaker’s house, vineyard, sport grounds, horse stables and a hangar with a helipad on a former industrial site. The concept of the design was the inconspicuous character of the whole complex when observed from a distance, as well as dispositional and, above all, functional simplicity. […] More
Brusnika Design recently completed their latest residential project in Tyumen, Russia – House by the Lake. The key concept is living in the city while enjoying the countryside around. The project offers different types of accommodation: urban villas, town houses and a tower block conceived as a single house, a space focused around the courtyard […] More
Architect Stanislav Fiala has recently completed works on a new apartment building with a two-story parterre in an exposed place of Holešovice, Prague. The building was named XXXV and is located on the corner lot that was vacated years ago by the demolition of two buildings damaged by the floods. Discover more after the jump. […] More
Seattle-based firm Fivedot recently completed works on a a backyard cottage which is part primary dwelling, part urban oasis. Located in Seattle’s Central Area neighborhood, the cottage is designed for an active couple who were looking to create a space that served as a refuge and as a starting point for their many adventures, including […] More
petrjanda/brainwork designed this stunning private residence in Zlín, Czech Republic. The house’s visual appearance is defined by its inner nature and the permeability of its physical body. Levitating on a Corten base, the main living floor visually connects to the sky by dematerialisation through mirroring and moiré facade and uses the principle of aircraft camouflage […] More
Apropos Architects recently completed this rental apartment house at the intersection of three wide valleys, surrounded by the Swiss Alps. Drawing inspirations from the surrounding landscape and pinkish stone found in the local mountains, the house, cut as a carved stone, captures the views of the mountain peaks and reflects the colourful play of the […] More