Jaragua Residence was built for a young couple of entrepreneurs and their two children by architect Fernanda Marques, and is located in Alphaville, a residential area on the outskirts of the city of São Paulo, Brazil. The comfortable home with contemporary lines projects a feeling of spaciousness, with 12,916 square feet (1,200 square meters) spread […]
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.
Hydeaway House: A modern vineyard retreat in Sonoma
Hydeaway House is a modern vineyard retreat in the Carneros region of Sonoma, California, designed by Schwartz and Architecture. The simple, one-story 2,000 square foot floor plan is not unlike any number of recent pre-fabricated prototypes for low cost, sustainable single-family homes. But then, the shape of the house begins to morph with the push […]
Contemporary renovation in Sydney: Cosgriff House
Cosgriff House has been given a breathtaking contemporary renovation and addition by Christopher Polly Architect in Sydney, Australia. The project retains its original envelope as part of its environmental, economic and planning values. A substantial lower ground living volume is sensitively inserted beneath the original fabric of the home, harnessing the fall in the site towards […]
Modern mountain retreat nestled in resort village of Kitzbühel
Haus Walde is a modern mountain retreat nestled in the luxury ski resort village of Kitzbühel, in Tyrol, Austria, designed by Gogl Architekten. The client requested an open, light-filled room with the garden and the beautiful backdrop of the Kitzbühl Alps integrated into the 4,122 square foot (383 square meters) living space. The site is […]
Modern renovation and extension in England: The Glass House
The Glass House is a modern renovation and extension designed by AR Design Studio in Winchester, England. The home was originally built by the Earl of Airlie in 1856 while he served as Camp Commandant at the nearby Peninsular Barracks military base and split into two more modestly sized dwellings in the 1950s. Since then, […]
Warm and inviting mountain contemporary home in Colorado
Farr Residence is a mountain contemporary home designed by Studio 80 Interior Design with a warm, inviting and elegant appeal in Colorado. This double-volume foyer has been transformed into a cylinder of rustic contemporary appeal that boasts a textural story of mountain life complete with random flagstone flooring that suggests the natural stone of the […]
Rustic modern home with reclaimed materials in Texas
This rustic modern home is owned by builder Erin Wright of Wright-Built, situated in a lakeside community in Hawkins, Texas. The 2,157 square foot, three bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom home sits under a 60-foot by 80-foot metal roof canopy that more than doubles the amount of living space. Windows, doors and a garage door open the […]
Modern waterfront home in Auckland: Winsomere Crescent
Winsomere Crescent is a modern waterfront home designed by Dorrington Architects & Associates, that capitalizes on the stunning views in Auckland, New Zealand. The original charming but time-worn house was a double-skin brick bungalow with warren-like rooms and little connection with the amazing views that there was to offer. The clients liked the traditional detailing […]
Barefoot luxury living in Cape Town: Pearl Valley 276
Pearl Valley 276 has been designed by interior architecture firm Antoni Associates as barefoot luxury living on the exclusive Pearl Valley Golf Estate located near Paarl, just 30 minutes outside of Cape Town, South Africa. The home was designed for a young family re-locating to the Western Cape, looking to change from city living to […]
Modern Okanagan log home evoking a warm rustic feel
This exceptional Okanagan log home designed by Sticks and Stones Design Group is remotely located and perfectly situated to complement the natural surroundings of Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, Canada. The 5,150 square foot, 4 bedrooms, 5 bathroom home fully utilizes its spectacular views. The architects design for the this vacationing family that loves the […]