Architecture studio MODO (Michael Ong Design Office) have done an alteration & addition to an existing double fronted dwelling in Hawthorn, Australia in 2015. The contemporary residence shines with clean minimalism. Take a look at the complete story after the jump. More
SAOTA and the interior designers at Studio Parkington, have designed this villa in Cape Town, South Africa, located on a steep site. The home offers views of Robben Island to the North, and Camps Bay and the Twelve Apostles to the South. It features various spaces for outdoor living, including a swimming pool. Take a look […] More
This elegant bayside house in Melbourne, designed by Schulberg Demkiw Architects who used a mix of timber and concrete, to create a modern flair “the challenge was to design a spacious, warm, multifunctional home with a full basement to work well as a habitable area. This was achieved by integrating four core ideas; materials, volume, […] More
This family home at Cove Grove, Sentosa, designed by Aamer Architects, is located on a long and narrow property, with a small frontage to the waterfront in Singapore. To maximise the view to the waterfront the architect designed the house inspired by the curve of a boomerangto allow each of the bedrooms to have views […] More
181 Palmer in Darlinghurst, Sydney is a converted warehouse residence with a NYC charm while adding a hint of originality. The lower level living area spans across 400 square meters with a loft-style ceiling and an array of delightful skylights. It has a cheerful and relaxed ambiance filled with plenty of natural light. The top floor, on […] More
Leigh Osborne and Graham Voce turned a mid 19th century water tower into a lavish and eccentric home. Located in central London, the tower was an architectural remnant of the 19th. Built in 1867, the water tower was in disrepair when restoration work began. “It was like a horror film,” said Leigh. Osborne and Voce […] More
Studhorse, located in Winthrop, Washington State and designed by architecture firm Olson Kundig is family home for the adventurous. It is composed of four buildings, centered on a central courtyard and pool. “It’s like a little campground, and you go tent to tent. The materials are tough on the outside, because of the high-desert climate, […] More
The four-story Vertical Glass House, by architectural firm Atelier FCJZ was originally designed for an architecture competition back in 1991, before finally being constructed for the Shanghai West Bund Biennial Architecture and Contemporary Art exhibition. It now serves as an occasional guesthouse for visiting artists and architects. The house has a total floor space of 170 […] More
The house, conceived as a second home for a family who lives in Switzerland, is in a special location: it is 50 meters from the beach, between the dunes and the woods of pines, and near the ruins of Ampurias. The plot is rectangular in shape and has a regular slope in the direction of […] More
Polish interior design studio Shoko Design, designed this apartment with a Scandinavian touch and details in gray and pastel mint shades. Take a look at the complete story after the jump. More
quincoces-drago & partners Architectural and Design Studio designed this elegant apartment in the heart of Rome. Carefully selected furniture of excellent quality and original accessories have created an intriguing luxurious interior. Natural wood, brass and marble create an unobtrusive atmosphere of luxury, while avoiding the banal or kitsch.Take a sneak peek at the apartment after the jump. More
Istanbul based firm Ofist designed the interior of a penthouse in Karakoy,Istanbul, facing an old Armenian church Getronagan, and Galata Tower on the background. The 180 square meter living space was designed around the client’s outdoorsy personality, with the keywords natural, neutral, comfortable and practical all coming to mind. It brings together sophistication, functionality and a […] More