NU.MA Architects designed this stunning private residence in Aveiro, Portugal. The main design inspiration was the sense of repetition and systematization that characterizes the house’s surroundings. The home was planned with three major volumes aligned north to south and each having an inclined roof system. The volume of the garage that limits the land to […] More
beef architekti designed this stunning residence that re-uses the traditional elements of Mallorca’s local architecture specific for its UNESCO listed dry stone construction technique in contemporary typology and incorporates them along with a simple energy efficiency concept based on natural ventilation and heat accumulating properties of its massive walls. Discover more after the jump. From […] More
Octava Estudio Cba have recently completed this residential project in Villa Allende, Cordoba, Argentina. The house is designed for a family of four, a young couple with their two sons. The concept utilizes the natural slope and to develop it into two volumes, each with a distinct purpose. The project provides a residential environment that […] More
Seattle-based firm Wittman Estes recently completed works on their latest project, Lakeside West, a 1,071-square-foot, 2-bedroom and 2-bathroom richly crafted urban condominium transformation which distills life down life to essential elements. Take a look at the complete story after the jump. From the architects: Lakeside West is a re-imagined urban condominium that transforms an outdated […] More
When you’re looking for ways to boost your home’s curb appeal, you can go in any of a number of directions. You might focus on your home’s exteriors, the yard, or general aesthetics such as color and texture. Though the list of curb-appeal-enhancing possibilities is a mile long, one item arguably stands out from the […] More
It is the dream of many builders to create their own dream home from scratch. It can be a daunting task but one that can be well worth the time and effort expended. It is important to know what you’re getting yourself into and plan carefully to ensure the project is a success. You should […] More
Buying a property is a challenge at the best of times, but when you’re looking to invest in a luxury property, it’s more important than ever that you make the right decision. After all, this property will be not only a unique space for you to spend time but also an investment that could reap […] More
Sanjay Puri Architects have recently completed works on this stunning residential project in Kodla, India. The brief was to design 18 studio flats, 54 hostel rooms, and 18 guesthouse rooms on the outskirts of a housing project for a residential township to house workers of a new cement mill. Take a look at the complete […] More
Chevallier Architectes recently completed works on this stunning private residence in Chamonix Mont-Blanc, France. Inspired by the term aperture, the architects aimed to preserved the authentic architectural heritage of the house, and modernize it at the same time by maximizing the surface of the windows thus providing unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape. Discover more […] More
MUTANT ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN have designed this innovative private residence in Gondomar, Portugal. The site, which is defined by a slight slope and close proximity to the street and nearby houses, influences the organization of the dwelling. A 3-axis rotating movement of the volume that makes up the house’s social area. This movement allowed the […] More
Not long ago, cities put emphasis on reviving downtown areas and making them more liveable. But not for nothing. It made a lot more sense to do so given that the younger generation had few family responsibilities and wanted to be close to the action in the city centres. Rising condos downtown worked for cities […] More
SET ideas have designed these two innovative tiny houses in Córdoba, Argentina. The two modular houses were built and created in individual circumstances, with specific conditions and designs for each case, but with pre-agreed standards and modulations that facilitated the process. Take a look at the complete story after the jump. From the architects: Tiny […] More