Klopf Architecture, Arterra Landscape Architects and Flegel’s Construction recently completed a beautiful and insightful remodel of a classic Eichler home, located in Palo Alto, California. This single family home offers 1,712 square feet of living space, with three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, situated in the heart of the Silicon Valley. Emphasizing indoor-outdoor living, the architects expanded on the original walls of glass […]
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.
Contemporary weekend retreat in Mexico: ALD House
ALD House is a contemporary weekend retreat designed by Juan Carlos Baumgartner from architecture studio SPACE, located in Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico. The home is projected on a land of little over 1,000 square meters and it is articulated in two main volumes: a prism into which another rectangular wooden prism is embedded. Description from the architect: Since the very […]
Modern “tree house” residence reflecting its surroundings in Austin
Tree House is a residence comprised of three pavilions positioned around a live oak tree, completed in 2014 by Matt Fajkus Architecture, located in Austin, Texas. The oak tree serves as the focal point to the exterior of the u-shaped home, helping to create a division between the public and private areas, at the same time offering views of the […]
Tetris House offers wooden box-like shelter in Sao Paulo
Tetris House is a modern wooden volume promoting indoor / outdoor living, architecturally designed in 2012 by Studio MK27, located in São Paulo, Brazil. Comprised of 6,673 square feet (620 square meters) of living space showcasing a warm and intimate open plan design, high ceilings and welcoming views out to the swimming pool and garden. Description from the architect: A wooden […]
New Zealand pad exhibits striking geometry: Brown Vujcich House
Brown Vujcich House has been designed by Bossley Architects, located on a narrow urban site in the heart of Herne Bay, a suburb of Auckland, New Zealand. Tight site controls and a sloping site resulted in a long narrow building form that steps down the slope of the site. Description from the architects: One of the main […]
Bright and airy residence surrounded by gardens in Mexico City
V9 House is a bright and airy residence that caters to the lifestyle of the homeowners, designed by VGZ Arquitectura, located in Mexico City, Mexico. The volumes of the 10,333 square foot (960 square meters) home were oriented to maximize the sunshine and views. The residence offers sustainable features such as rainwater harvesting and use of solar energy. […]
Modern Ukrainian home where simplicity, coziness and harmony prevail
Buddy’s House is a striking modern property recently completed in 2014 by architect Sergey Makhnoa, located in Gorenichi village, in the Kiev Oblast of central Ukraine. Comprised of 2,529 square feet (235 square meters) of living space, this home creates a unique environment where simplicity, coziness and harmony are fused together in a modern shell. Description from the architect: […]
Fresh and colorful cottage retreat in Sonoma, California
Sonoma Summer House is a sun drenched cottage retreat designed by designer Stephens Hubel, located on a vineyard in the beautiful wine country region of Sonoma, California. Dialed up colors capture the spirit and energy of summer at this weekend retreat. The kicky yet sophisticated décor provide the perfect place for summer parties both indoors and out. A […]
Unique design concept in India: Villa in Meenakshi Bamboos
Villa in Meenakshi Bamboos is an intriguingly designed contemporary three story property by architecture studio MORIQ, situated in Hyderabad, India. Completed in 2012, the emphasis of this renovation was directed more to the interior architecture than to the interior decoration. Description from the architects: The concept was to integrate, unify and bind the three floors visually and physically […]
Modern dream home designed for a bachelor in California
Chautauqua Residence is a fascinating modern home designed for a bachelor who frequently gets visits from extended family by Studio William Hefner, located in Los Angeles, California. Overlooking an expanse of the Will Rogers State Park in the Pacific Palisades, the home showcases private and social spaces that can be either an oasis of relaxation or the perfect space […]