Seattle-based architecture and landscape firm Wittman Estes had recently completed its latest residential transformation project in Mercer Island, WA – Mercer Modern. The mid-century home is located on a hillside on a 15,500 SF lot overlooking Lake Washington. Wittman Estes re-imagined the property, designing a master plan with a poolside terrace as the focus, and […] More
Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes designed these innovative new prefabricated rental cabins in Charlevoix, Québec. The aim was to engage guests in an intimate relationship with nature and immerse themselves in the surrounding forest. Take a look at the complete story after the jump. From the architects: Meters away from some of Québec’s most spectacular landscapes […] More
Raffaello Rosselli & Luigi Rosselli Architects recently completed works on ‘SANDCASTLE’, a warm and playful three-storey home located in the exclusive bay area of Sydney Harbour. Set apart by its detailing and calming views of the water, the home rests at the crest of a steep sand embankment and is constructed in handmade sand coloured […] More
Prodesi/Domesi designed and built a wooden cottage inspired by a ship cabin in Vranov nad Dyjí, Czech Republic. Seemingly modest and purely functional from the outside, the cottage features a modern and spacious interior thought-out to the last detail with inconspicuous storage spaces in every corner. Take a look at the complete story after the […] More
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