A majestic villa comprised of concrete, glass, stone and steel is perched high atop a rocky hillside overlooking the South China Sea, in the historic fishing village of Shek-O, Hong Kong Island. Olson Kundig Architects designed the home to maximize the breathtaking views of the property and the coastal scenery. Large expanses of glass helps […]
Architecture
Architecture projects offering anywhere from modern and contemporary houses infused with a “wow” effect to Mediterranean, Tuscan and Asian influence homes from across the globe. Ranging from exterior and interior inspiration, live-work buildings to incredible commercial and hospitality projects and projects with an emphasis on sustainability are just a few of the highlights in this category. Learn how to maximize the potential of all spaces in your home by viewing incredible projects from world-class architects and designers, collated on a single source.
Waterfront retreat built for entertaining on the San Juan Islands
An intimately designed retreat lies nestled in a dense, wooded shoreline site, the imagination of Olson Kundig Architects, located on the San Juan Islands, Washington. The 1,700 square foot home was designed as a place for family and friends to enjoy throughout the year, but especially during the warmer summer months. The most important goal […]
Five-star luxury at the tropical Zilwa resort in the Seychelles
Zilwa resort is a five-star luxury hotel designed by SAOTA architects in collaboration with interior design studio ARRCC, located on St Anne, an exclusive private island in the Seychelles. The developers of this extraordinary property is a joint venture between IFA Hotels & Resorts and Indian Ocean Resorts Ltd. The resort offers a mixed lifestyle development that […]
Treetop pavilions meld into rugged landscape of Magnetic Island
This magnificent home set atop an environmentally sensitive site was designed by 9point9 Architects, located in Nobby Headland, Magnetic Island, just off the coast of Queensland, Australia. This pristine island is accessed by ferry or private boat from the mainland, making it an ideal spot to unwind and luxuriate. The home offers elevated views of […]
Delightful Sonoma wine country weekend retreat for relaxation
This modern family home was designed as a warm and welcoming weekend retreat by BK Interior Design, located in the beautiful wine country of Sonoma, California. The homeowners of this residence are originally from Hong Kong, relocating to California, they were looking for a a relaxing place to enjoy quality family time on the weekends. The […]
Striking modern residence piercing the deserts of Arizona
This modern residence is a winter retreat offering fabulous mountain views, designed by architect Marmol Radziner and built by 180 Degrees, located in the arid desert of Scottsdale, Arizona. The form and location of the home were selected based on two natural washes that flood the rocky terrain surrounding the property. Entrance into the home […]
Sumptuous concrete dwelling in Cape Town offering sea views
This striking modern home features panoramic mountain and sea views, designed by SAOTA architects in collaboration with interior designer Debra Parkington, located below Lion’s Head in Cape Town, South Africa. Comprised of 21,775 square feet (2,023 square meters) of sumptuous living space, the architecture draws from the strength of the concrete finish that was used to create […]
Impressive design features in compact four-story home in Vietnam
Designed by Landmak Architecture, this modern four-story residence was constructed on a narrow site with neighboring homes on either side, located in Hanoi, Vietnam. Due to high urbanization, houses are designed as blocks that need to be built up to gain square footage. The home is accessed through a small, quiet alleyway and due to the small property […]
A Woodside home designed in perfect harmony with nature
A contemporary residence and pool house was newly designed by San Francisco-based Arcanum Architecture, located in the western foothills of Silicon Valley in the quaint town of Woodside, California. This magnificent compound boasts 9,776 square feet of living space, with five bedrooms and four bathrooms. The design focuses on the use of natural light and visual symmetry […]
Laundry room transformed to cozy 93 square foot guest retreat
This small brick house was once a laundry boiler room, now playing host to a full service guest retreat thanks to a full-scale renovation by architect Christi Azevedo. The designer has always loved outbuildings, so when she stumbled upon a structure that was once used as a French laundry in San Francisco, California, she could not resist […]