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!
Located in Martinborough, New Zealand, Cornege-Preston House cleverly mixes modern amenities with a peaceful rural environment atmosphere. Envisioned by architectural firm Bonnifait + Giesen…, the 2,153 square foot contemporary residence offers plenty of sustainable features, such as double-glazed windows and skylights for cross-room solar penetration and heat retention, water heating by solar hot water panel on roof topped up
By Lavinia
Meet this stunning guest house in Duchess County, New York. The LM Guest House was designed by Desai Chia Architecture…, in order to create a better relaxing environment for the client’s weekend vacations. The weekend retreat is surrounded by lush vegetation, offering beautiful views and the perfect serene atmosphere, in order to eliminate all the tension and recharge your
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Located in Whidbey Island, Washington, USA, this modern cabin tries to integrate into the landscape. Its coherent wooden structure enhances the feeling of freedom and relaxation, in the middle of the woods. The project consists of two different structures: the cabin itself and a small guest house. Both of them are surrounded by a maze of greenery and a curtain
By Raphaelle
Reflecting the beautiful surroundings, the Country Hill residence, located in Austin, Texas is the pure expression of elegance and refinement. Spacious, sophisticated and with an amazing view, the house enhances the feeling of well-being. Jauregui Architects, Interiors & Construction… managed to create an exquisite décor, showcasing that when it comes to a project of such importance, design has to be
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On a fringe of land, close the the shoreline, there lies the Sunset Point Residence, an exquisite refined home with high ceilings and elegant decorations. More accurately, located in San Juan Island, Washington, the house opens up to a staggering view over the blue waters. “The home was designed with two mirroring curved glass walls that frame views, and let
By Raphaelle…
In order to create a perfect new relaxing home by improving an old one, you need to know what to keep untainted and what are you willing to change. Mixing old and modern is never an easy job. When it comes to building a new structure that perfectly complements the old one, you have to play by the rules: an
By Raphaelle
Here’s something you don’t see everyday! In the exquisite and contradictory city of Berlin, where contemporary, avant-garde and high tech blend wonderfully, Brandt + Simon Architekten… studio has recently completed this eco-friendly single family house. The pixel-like facade is the result of using peculiar green tiles, giving you the feeling that you are admiring an 8-bit design, that happens to
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This surprisingly beautiful home is located in Surrey Hills, Australia. The house stuns you with its neat, almost minimalistic exterior. Moreover, it gets straight to our hearts because it reflects a simple design line without getting lost in the big picture. There are many houses that respect the principle of simplicity, but only few manage to impress with it. Simplicity
By Raphaelle
This particular project starts from a building renovation from the 60’s that was partially wrecked by the terrible earthquake that seriously damaged the old town of L’Aquila (the heart of Italy) in 2009. Italian Architect Alberto Apostoli… completed the renovation of the Palace of Labour, a building in which colors and details of the facade redefine the volume through a
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Sustainability started to become a major issue these days. A home has to be energy efficient and made of eco-friendly materials in order to give you that “green state of mind”. In order to celebrate the awareness that a sustainable home means a planet less polluted, we are presenting you an interesting project, developed by the Scandinavian designer, Heidi Mendoza,
By RaphaelleZecc Architecten…, the Utrecht-based design studio has recently completed the transformation of an 18th-century coach house in Breukelen, the Netherlands. The picturesque house, surrounded by trees, once with strong rustic accents became brighter and more spacious. Respecting the lines of simple and neat design, the new Breukelen house is simply stunning. Most of the rooms are white and uncluttered.
By Raphaelle
The Toronto Residence designed by Belzberg Architecture …received the 2013 Ontario Association of Architects Design Excellence award. Very modern, and breezy, the stratified home showcases different types of materials for each of its layer, creating a very interesting contrast (plasters blends with zinc cladding, wood and stones). The house takes advantage of the natural rich surroundings. The flawless transition between
By Raphaelle
Wrapped in concrete and glass, GB House designed by Bitar Arquitectos… in Pachuca, Hidalgo, Mexico is a modern retreat, offering security and seclusion. From the street side, the building resembles an imposing fortress, with simple, sober lines. But as one approaches the opposite facade, the level of openness and user-friendliness increases. Inside, warmth is suggested through an extensive use of
By Lavinia
Modern design, technology at man’s service and a high degree of environmental friendliness are the main attributes of HI HOME, a sample house envisioned by designer Andrea Castrignano for this year’s Salone Internazionale del Mobile. You are looking at a typical contemporary home with plenty of space, an overall neutral color palette and a large dose of functionality.
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The sunny California weather, the beaches, the fun and all the “glory” make people think that if there’s a paradise, this how it’s supposed to look like! With such a lovely view comes a lovely house. And if you manage to have a lovely house nearby the Pacific Ocean, with the breeze knocking on your windows, feeling the sand under
By Raphaelle
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