Casa Luz is an interesting approach to a modern home, envisioned by studio Paz Arquitectura… and located in Guatemala city, Guatemala. Structured on three levels, this 1&,300 square foot home displays a mix of tempered glass, wood and exposed concrete, resulting in an eye-catching aesthetic effect: “With intent to emphasize the structural elements, and to seek to highlight the local
By Lavinia
Welcoming and displaying a modern, cozy design, the Harutzim House benefits from a long, narrow and sloped 940 square meter lot. Having to work with a challenging site and the client’s desire for a spacious residence with a strong connection to the outdoors, Sharon Neuman Architects …struggled to find the best solutions. A huge patio connected to most of the
By Ada Teicu
Harmony Residence …is a sought after holiday rental villa surrounded by a scenic landscape in Maundays Bay, Anguilla. This impressive retreat overlooks the Caribbean and is located just steps away from the beach. According to the owner’s description, the villa “successfully harmonizes traditional Caribbeanesque style with subtle touches from the Far East. Only the finest materials accent almost every inch
By Lavinia
Sunset Residence was designed by Topos Design Studio… and is located in Bukit Timah, Singapore. The modern family residence was built around a central swimming pool. The U-shaped plan ensures a high level of privacy, as well us great views from every bedroom. Once inside, a potential visitor will be immersed in an elegant, contemporary atmosphere: “The quality of light
By Lavinia
Company reSET architecture… sent us photos and information about the renovation and extension of a small decaying farmhouse in the Dutch Betuwe region. Here is the press release we were sent: “A new annex is placed in the second line, behind the existing farmhouse, inferior in height but with a strong presence, providing a backdrop for the farmhouse. In its
By Lavinia
Australian architect Andrew Maynard… completed the design for a modern home extension, entitled Hill House and located near Melbourne. The project sits on an artificial hill and was built for a family of five. Here is more from the architects: “Melbourne is predominantly flat. Could this be why Melbourne’s architecture is adventurous? There is no landscape to confine therefore building
By Lavinia
The owners of this fantastic property wanted a new home surrounded by a manicured garden and a natural swimming pool. They collaborated with a designer and a landscape gardener to create the surroundings before starting constructing the house. Located in Baden, France, the residence designed by French architect Patrice Bideau… has a set of eco-friendly features embedded in its simple
By Ada Teicu
Studio Doblado Arquitectos… completed the design for a 2,786 square foot contemporary residence located in La Planicie, Lima, Peru. For a total budget of $150,000, this project has two levels, an impressive swimming pool and a highly modern layout: “The house is built on a longitudinal lot, therefore most spaces have views that avoid the patios.The first level has a
By Lavinia
Studio Drucker Arquitectura… completed the Morumbi Residence, a modern two story home is located in São Paulo, Brazil. According to the architects, “the construction preserved the existing trees and bamboos defining the entrance, enhancing the volume, the 3,60m overhangs and the transparent frames, improving the transparency and to privilege the visual integration between the inside and the outside. The abundant
By Lavinia
Casa Mecano was designed by Arquitectos Costa Rica …and is located in Península de Osa, Costa Rica. The residence was especially developed to take in the surrounding landscape: “Casa Mecano functions as an organism that adapts to its environment. The project maximizes the use of passive design strategies through bio-climatic architecture in order to achieve the thermal comfort levels, adequate
By Lavinia
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