Olson Kundig Architects designed this fascinating steel and glass box shelter located next to the Tijuca National Park, an urban national park in the mountains of the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The 1,500-square-foot structure is supported by two concrete piers, elevating it over the rainforest canopy. This secluded hideaway provides the owner couple with […]
This modern concrete apartment was designed for a bachelor in his 30s by Studio ro+ca, located in Ipanema, a neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The main concept for the design of this home was to create a space where the homeowner could entertain friends and have parties. The apartment showcases a very cosmopolitan and urban air, with […]
This small modern apartment showcases a masculine design aesthetic by Studio ro+ca, located in Ipanema, a neighborhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The principle idea was to use space more efficiently in this small 645 square foot (60 square meters) apartment. The idea was to unite all the spaces, including the kitchen, living room and even […]
This spectacular Rio De Janeiro five bedroom, eight bath luxury oceanfront loft is situated in a prime location between Sao Conrado and Barra Tijuca, Brazil. Showcasing an open living concept spread over 8,500 square feet, the home boasts soaring 18 foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling sliding doors frame the endless views and compliment the open and […]
This wonderful family home brings together minimalism and warmth, designed by architect Alessandro Sartore, located at the foot of the Pedra da Gávea Mountains in Itanhangá, a neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The homeowners wanted the house to have a serious architectural footprint with clean lines and warm undertones, yet not have the appearance […]
Set high in the hills of the São Conrado neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro is this spectacular home designed by Studio Arthur Casas, with views of the ocean and Pedra da Gávea, a 2,769-foot granite dome that is a popular spot for paragliding. This private residence is that of Brazilian television show host Alex Lerner, […]
RW House is situated on a beachfront site in Búzios, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, designed by Bernardes + Jacobsen Architects as an extensive program for a big family. The contemporary home was distributed exploring horizontality and sectoring, without any obstruction to the ocean view. The privacy is maintained by this site implantation, in a […]
A true mansion, originally from 1922, with preserved architecture and full of details that reveal a rare magnificence, is the headquarters of the 22nd Edition of Casa Cor Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. With very high ceilings and large windows, the beautiful and famous building has been designed in an eclectic style with over 5,400 square […]
Itiquira House has been designed by Brazilian architect Gisele Taranto, who redesigned this colonial-style residence in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The expansive modern home is divided into two distinct blocks, one area for family living quarters and the other block is primarily used for maid’s quarters and utilities. High-quality natural materials, such as corten steel, […]
Casarani is a magnificent four bedroom villa spotted on Sotheby’s, offering stunning and unique views of the ocean, mountains and city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The architect invited the sea and the mountains into the house, creating a serene and gentle ambiance throughout. The 4,198 square foot (390 square meters) residence is fully furnished […]
