Hover house is a re-imagined single dwelling courtyard on a rear battle-axe block designed by Bower Architecture, located in beachside Mt. Martha, Victoria, Australia. The project brief was for a tranquil, sustainable and private home filled with natural light, warmth and texture. As privacy and outlook were limited the concept sought to create a captivating internal focus […]
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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 […]
Sustainably designed shipping container home in Costa Rica
Casa Incubo is a modular home consisting of eight shipping containers two stories high, built as a live/work space by architect Maria Jose Trejos in Escazú, an upscale suburb of San Jose, Costa Rica. Completed in 2013, the 4,305 square foot (400 square meters) property is not only surrounded by an abundance of nature, but it also encircles it with the […]
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. […]
Bright and airy interiors showcased in a Paris bachelor pad
Garçonnière Marais is a contemporary bachelor pad showcasing bright and airy interiors, designed by interior architect Tatiana Nicol, located in Paris, France. Situated in the heart of Paris, this friendly apartment home features 538 square feet (50 square meters) of living space where practicality marries originality and beauty. Description from the designer: The private rooms are ultra […]
Remarkable family apartment in a historic NYC building
High Loft is a family apartment showcasing a study in the play of urban light and views, designed by Bade Stageberg Cox, located in New York City, New York. The design integrates open and screened views of the city as the living ‘décor’ of the apartment interior. Description from the architects: Our clients were interested in a […]
Contemporary three level home on Amwaj Island, Bahrain
Amwaj Villa is a contemporary three level home recently built for a family by interiors and design consultants firm Moriq, located on Amwaj Island, Bahrain. The plot encompasses 690 square meters and the total built area is comprised of 778 square meters/8,371 square feet. Description from the designers: The owners wanted a modern, contemporary styled home with strong […]
Sumptuous home comprised of two connected pavilions in Australia
This spacious contemporary home consists of two connected pavilions designed by Darren Campbell Architect, located in a Wahroonga, a suburb on the upper north shore of Sydney, Australia. The front pavilion encompasses the main entryway and an open concept living room, dining and kitchen. The rear pavilion houses the private zones of the home, the bedrooms, comfortable lounge spaces and […]
Indoor-outdoor interplay: Cumberland Townhouse in New York
The Cumberland Townhouse has been designed by Ensemble Architecture, located on a park block in the neighborhood of Fort Greene in Brooklyn, New York. The house was in a dilapidated state when the owner’s purchased the building; the rear wall was falling down and water had been entering the building for several years. The house […]
Spectacular loft in London with industrial style interiors
This loft apartment designed by Cloud Studios featuress industrial style interiors and open plan living infused with natural light, located in an old factory near Edgware Road, London, England. The loft was completely renovated in 2014 and featured exclusively in Elle Decoration’s 25th Anniversary Issue, October 2014. This apartment is located in a converted industrial space and was […]