Located just two hours from Shanghai, Anadu Pine Villa rests in a peaceful valley, surrounded by pine trees and a bamboo-covered mountain. STUDIO8 Architects designed this small estate with only three guest suites, each offering wide panoramic views. The site also includes a wine and cigar bar, giving visitors an intimate experience grounded in natural […] More
Adrian Chan Design and Research Office (ADRO) addresses the challenge of small-space living with a 570 square foot apartment in Hong Kong. The clients, a family with a new baby, sought to optimize their living space without compromising on comfort. Their main concern was how clutter was affecting both family organization and their relationship. The […] More
Sun Yuanliang’s Yuan Liang Design firm has created the Qi Yuan Work-Live Space in Suzhou, China, mixing urban living with a deep connection to nature. Completed in December 2023, this project serves as both a studio and a vacation home for the designer. The space is situated in a quiet residential neighborhood, offering a peaceful […] More
Miami-based architecture firm STRANG completed Rock Pine, a 6,195 square foot residence located in Coconut Grove. Built for Astrid Alves and Andy Gilon, the five-bedroom home sits on a 21,600 square foot lot and shares a dense tree canopy with its neighboring property, The Rock House, another STRANG creation. That earlier project sparked the vision […] More
Casa da Levada by Tsou Arquitectos, stands on a green plot in a quiet village in Paredes, facing the river Tâmega. Instead of placing a structure onto the land, the project carves its presence from the earth itself. Casa da Levada follows the contours of the site, allowing the house to take shape in response […] More
In Montreal’s Westmount district, known for its rich architectural fabric and rows of Victorian houses, Mitchell Sweibel Studio took on the complete transformation of a semi-detached residence Victoria. What began as a renovation quickly expanded into a full-scale reconstruction. After assessing the original structure, the design team and the homeowners agreed to retain only the […] More
Casa Arco by Tiago Castro Sousa, sits high above Paredes de Coura, visible from almost every angle of the village below. With its elevated position and distinct proportions, the building immediately sets itself apart from the local vernacular. Originally built as a pharmacy, the house features expansive openings framed in detailed stonework, jambs, lintels, and […] More
Villa Sidonius, designed by Stempel & Tesar architekti, rises dramatically above the sloping landscape of Černošice’s villa district. Perched on one of the neighborhood’s steepest plots, the house challenges conventional residential design through a bridge-like structure on pillars, an innovative response to the terrain’s constraints. This radical approach allows for expansive views of the Berounka […] More
Perched on the slopes of Suchý vrch, above Banská Bystrica, Zasadený House by Paulíny Hovorka Architekti is a masterful example of contextual architecture. The residence is a response to the natural surroundings of the Kremnické vrchy mountains, seamlessly integrating into its environment through both its form and materiality. The horizontal layout minimizes disruption to the […] More
In the heart of Tbilisi’s Saburtalo district, Cityzen Tower, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA), rises as a striking new addition to the city’s growing urban fabric. Positioned at the intersection of Mikheil Tamarashvili and University streets, the tower introduces a mix of residential, commercial, and leisure spaces, redefining the area as a dynamic hub […] More
Log Tavern Pond House by architecture firm Specht Novak, takes cues from its mid-century surroundings, embracing the architectural language shaped by Frank Lloyd Wright’s Usonian ideals. With its long, low proportions and thoughtful use of natural materials, the residence reflects the character of its neighboring structures while asserting a distinctly modern perspective. This balance between […] More
nnCLP House stands as a balance between openness and seclusion, responding to the needs of a family of five. Designed by nnArchitects in collaboration with Bruno Giovannoni, the project prioritizes social spaces while maintaining privacy from the street. Located on a 1,500m² plot, the house takes full advantage of its north-facing rear to maximize natural […] More