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Windy Gap Residence: A Subtle Mountain Sanctuary

Windy Gap Residence by Altura Architects nestles quietly into Town Mountain Road’s rugged terrain, offering an understated yet sophisticated retreat. By embracing a low-profile form and dark exterior palette, the home remains largely hidden from view while capturing breathtaking mountain vistas from within.

1980s Pole House Renovation

1980s Pole House Renovation: A Bush-Clad Retreat Reimagined

Nestled on a steep, native bush–clad slope with sweeping north-western sea views, the 1980s Pole House Renovation transforms a once-quirky knotty home into a light-filled, enduring modern retreat. By respecting the original foundations and simplifying complex forms, the design team delivered a harmonious blend of shelter, seamless indoor-outdoor living, and minimal environmental impact.

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Willoughby House / Hobbs Jamieson Architecture

Nestled behind a textured brick façade on a leafy suburban street, Willoughby House by Hobbs Jamieson Architecture reimagines the typical two-storey home as an expansive, single-level retreat. By combining privacy from the street with generous indoor–outdoor connections, the design balances security, light, and spacious living in equal measure.

Mountainside Residence in Bromont / Muuk Architecture

Mountainside Residence in Bromont / Muuk Architecture

Designed by MUUK Architecture, the Mountainside Residence perches gracefully on a sloping lot in Bromont’s mountainous region. Moreover, this private home embraces a restrained modernist approach, blending durability and warmth while fostering an intimate connection with the forested site.

Encampment / Strachan Group Architects

Encampment: A Coastal Retreat by Strachan Group Architects

Nestled on a stunning Northland shoreline, Encampment by Strachan Group Architects transforms a rugged coastal site into a harmonious ensemble of dwellings and cabins. By thoughtfully blending existing structures with new landscaping, this project delivers comfort, sustainability, and breathtaking views—whether you’re inside the re-purposed barn or stepping out to the water’s edge.

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Loft Whispers of the Mountains: Where Nature and Memory Converge

In his third participation at CASACOR and second in São Paulo, architect Natan Gil unveils Loft Whispers of the Mountains—a 90 m² sanctuary nestled in a heritage‐listed building at Parque da Água Branca. Here, clean lines and a neutral palette serve as a silent stage, allowing nature, memory, and sculptural furniture to tell an evocative story.

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