Set at the edge of the mountain forest zone in Horný Smokovec, Lebenski occupies a singular position within the High Tatras, overlooking Poprad and framed by the dramatic peaks beyond. Located in an area known as Pekná vyhliadka, or Beautiful View, the apartment building stands as a visible marker in the landscape. Rather than asserting […] More
Located behind a closed gate in the lively 11th arrondissement of Paris, LOUI Apartment by Holzrausch Studio stands as a rare sanctuary in the city’s dense urban fabric. The journey to the house – along a winding path through a lush courtyard, culminates in a tranquil family home, where peace and privacy are paramount. This […] More
The commission for CASA TORNO AL ÁRBOL began with a vision: a home where exteriors shift with the seasons and domestic landscapes are visible from every room. The client, Pablo, when working with Otro Estudio imagined a sensory-rich living experience, sunlight, fresh air, water sounds, birdsong, rustling leaves, and the scent of flowers. The chosen […] More
With Lighthouse, Eindhoven gains a new vertical marker that signals both arrival and continuity within the evolving Strijp-S district. Rising 109 metres, the tower is now the city’s tallest residential building, positioned strategically between the Klokgebouw and the Machinekamer to define the entrance to the neighbourhood. Designed by De Zwarte Hond, Lighthouse concludes the long-term […] More
Set into the wooded slope of Jackson’s Fondren neighborhood, Fountainhead stands as one of the most disciplined and site-responsive houses in Frank Lloyd Wright’s late residential work. Designed in 1948 and completed in 1954 for J. Willis Hughes, the house belongs to Wright’s Usonian lineage, yet it departs from the notion of repetition or standardization. […] More
Set on an elevated portion of a rural site in Mendiolaza, Córdoba, Casa BP positions itself as a measured architectural response to topography, climate, and landscape. Designed by Santiago Bertotti, the residence occupies a gently sloping terrain, using height and orientation to frame expansive views while maintaining a controlled relationship with access and approach. Rather […] More
Portugal-based architect Vasco Lima Mayer and his practice have completed a remarkable renovation of an apartment in Cascais (Portugal), with photography by Luís Nobre Guedes. The project stands as a sophisticated example of how thoughtful design can elevate everyday living, seamlessly integrating architecture and interior design to create an environment defined by serenity and […] More
Barra Apartment, designed by Paulo Martins Arquitectura & Design, transforms a four-storey building overlooking Praia da Barra into an intimate contemporary retreat. The project reimagines the original structure, anchoring the residence in its coastal context while offering a renewed sense of serenity and sophistication. The approach is rooted in a deep understanding of place, allowing […] More
L’Échouage Residence is situated on a slender promontory along the north shore of the St. Lawrence River in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Quebec (Canada). The site is defined by its dramatic setting between two sandy bays and scattered glacial boulders, with a mature maple grove providing intimacy and shelter. The location’s direct relationship with the river, reinforced by […] More
HOMIN resonates with the Ukrainian word “гомін,” evoking the vibrant hum of family life, and the English phrase “Home In,” symbolizing a return to belonging. In this Kyiv apartment designed by Bezmirno architecture team, home is defined by feeling, not walls. The interior design is a manifesto of contemporary minimalism, where calm rhythm, clarity, and […] More
Forty years ago, the average person had roughly 17 minutes to safely exit their home after a fire started. Today, that number has plummeted to just about three minutes, and in some cases, even less. This dramatic reduction is not due to changes in fire department response times or building codes, but to a fundamental […] More
Pininfarina, the renowned Italian design house, together with developer GT Home, has officially opened Vitra by Pininfarina, a striking new addition to the skyline of Balneário Camboriú, Brazil. This project marks the third Pininfarina-designed building in Santa Catarina and underscores the brand’s expanding architectural influence in the region. Building on the momentum of their previous […] More