In the architecture category you can see : modern houses with a ”wow”-effect, exterior and interior inspiration, landscaping ideas, astonishing buildings from all around the globe and focus on sustainability-these are just a few of the highlights in this category. Learn how to maximize the potential of each room in your home by simply viewing incredible works of world-renowned designers and architects, gathered into a single place. Expect only the best in color composition, use of materials and human ingenuity!
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Located just steps away from the ocean shore, The Ettley residence was inspied by its landscape and reinterprets the relationship between solid and voids, a concept you can find in the field of arts: “The Aluminum and wood umbrella over the blue glass, which appear to be blocks of frozen blue Pacific ocean, juxtapose against the solid wood boxes giving
By Lavinia
Canny Architects… completed the design for Residence Hawthorn, a contemporary project in the suburbs of Melbourne, Australia, especially envisioned for a family with three teenage boys. The main objective required by the owners was the existence of independent living zones for the needs of the growing family. A traditional facade was chosen in order to complement the street-scape, while the
By Lavinia…Each home we present on Freshome has its very own particularities, that “quelque chose” that makes it pop out. Each home presents a story, a dream defined by personal preferences and somehow, it brings together all those who share the same passion for design. Design is fabulous because it challenges us to enlarge our perspective on the world. Of course,
By Raphaelle
Especially built to become a hub of creativity and innovation, Museum Holon Design in Israel was designed by Ron Arad Architects in 2003. The museum hosts impressive design collections and is considered a national platform reflecting Israeli creation in relationship to world design. Freshome founder visited the museum after attending the Wolf Prize… ceremony at the Israeli Parliament – The
By Lavinia
Every single photo in the gallery below will reveal that this residence was not just developed for practical purposes. Designed by Charles Cunniffe Architects… and located in Aspen, Colorado, this family retreat is spectacular, no matter how you look at it. An inspiring mix of materials (we particularly appreciate the use of wood and stone) is what makes the exterior
By LaviniaThe Indian-based architectural studio, Modo Designs…, completed this gorgeous luxury home, located in Aranya, India. The Shah House, despite it’s “rigid” look (the main material used in defining it is concrete) complements the topography of the land. Spreading on 5,850 square feet, the residence features one single floor and a couple of cut outs that allow the sun to
By Raphaelle
Argentina-based architect César Boratyn… sent us photos of a redesign and home-enlargement he envisioned for a private residence in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Some words on the approach from the architect himself: “I focused in respecting and maintaining the original style of the house, and on the other hand I created a double axis formed by two galleries crowned by wide
By Lavinia
Quite unusual for “an artists’ nest”, the Bridge-Studio designed by hanrahanMeyers architects… and located in Easton, Pennsylvania is the home of a couple, the owners of an art gallery in New York. The house is divided in two sections: one section accommodates a painting studio (on the east side) and the other section houses a writing studio (on the west
By Raphaelle
Summit House is a project developed by Marc Whipple from Whipple Russell Architects… in the exquisite city of Beverly Hills. The project emphasises the architect’s perspective upon modern functionality and innovation, paying a special interest in developing a project, that not only looks good, but also ‘does’ good to the environment. The Summit House was built with natural materials and
By Raphaelle
Westbury Crescent Residence looks like a lovely traditional neighbourhood home, with a twist. The twist is not exactly a strange décor element, aiming to embellish the structure or to create harmony, but an outstanding contemporary monolithic block, that grabs your attention, as soon as you see it. Wonderfully designed by David Barr Architect…, the Westbury Crescent Residence boasts two
By Raphaelle
Casa Wo is a 250 square meter residence recently completed by SO Architecture …in Kiryat Tivon, Israel. Built on a hard trapezoidal ground, the architecture of the house follows the contours of the terrain and its original crisscrossed layout provides a good inner communication between spaces. Concrete and stone were chosen for the exterior finishing touches, visually anchoring the house
By Lavinia
Currently available for rent, the elegant Villa Indigo was envisioned by Spanish studio Josep Camps and Olga Felip …and is located in Caldes de Malavella, a municipality in Catalonia, Spain. The residence accommodates three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a solarium terrace, external dining room and an exclusively designed infinity pool. Moreover, the building is connected to a large, impeccably maintained outdoor
By Lavinia
After the Brisbane River floods in 2011, this ex-1990′s cottage located in Chelmer, Brisbane, Australia, suffered major transformations. The River Room project, as the architects from Shaun Lockyer Architects… decided to call it, needed a fresh new look. The primary requests were to establish a better connection to the river and make the house a little more spacious (and bright)
By Raphaelle
The Tred Avon River House, located in Maryland was designed by architect Robert M. Gurney…. The house is surrounded by a beautiful meadow of greenery, offering stunning views, each time you go out for a walk. “The house is crisply detailed and minimally furnished to allow views of the picturesque site to provide the primary sensory experience. The house
By Raphaelle
Eric Odor and Chris Meyer from SALA Architects… completed the design for a 2,250 square foot sustainable residence in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. Entitled “The Urban Green Project”, the building accommodates three bedrooms and two bathrooms and was constructed with a budget of $500,000. Traditional and contemporary design elements were cleverly mixed together, resulting in welcoming interiors, filled with color and
By Lavinia
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