Discover contemporary houses that epitomize modern design, innovative architecture, and sustainable living. This category showcases a wide range of stylish homes with cutting-edge features and aesthetic appeal, perfect for architects, designers, and homeowners looking for the latest trends in contemporary residential design.
The Anti Shed by Syndicate Smith reinterprets traditional architectural forms with a modern, minimalist flair, merging elegance with coziness. The design emphasizes transparency, adding a “ghostlike” quality that creates lightness while still offering the niche comfort of smaller, intimate spaces.
Parkside Home by Austin Maynard Architects is a compact, two-story dwelling crafted for retirees Bryan and Marija, embodying sustainable and adaptable living. Located in Melbourne’s North Fitzroy, Parkside was built in the couple’s backyard as a downsized retirement plan. Inspired by the aging-in-place trend
Nestled in the agricultural parish of Gandra in Esposende, Casa de Campo by PF Architecture Studio offers a serene escape for a family seeking respite from city life. This unassuming yet thoughtfully crafted home embraces Portugal’s northern landscapes—sea, river, and mountains—anchored by the region’s characteristic “Nortada” (north wind).
Unlike the typical layout on a residential lot, the Moon Gate ADU is situated at the front of the property. The primary 1961 ranch-style home sits at the back, perched near a ravine overlooking Hahamongna Watershed Park. Wang designed two contrasting forms—the ADU and an adjacent storage unit—that intentionally differ from the main house.
Designed by Side Angle Side, Casey House embodies simplicity and restraint, crafted for a homeowner inspired by the timeless shape of a basic gabled house in a wooded area. As an architectural photographer, the client valued a design focused on pure form and minimalism.
LLO House, designed by OOIIO Arquitectura for a family in Valdemorillo, near Madrid, is a uniquely crafted home that celebrates both the immediate natural landscape and the distant mountains of the Sierra de Madrid. Nestled on a scenic plot defined by a curving street, the design fully embraces its surroundings while minimizing environmental impact
In the scenic Carmel Valley, Rana Estate by Fuse Architects showcases architecture that truly enhances the beauty of California’s central coast. Inspired by the area’s rolling hills, oak trees, and madrones, along with breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, the architects chose a natural palette of materials and colors to harmonize with the surrounding landscape.
Orcas House, designed by Leah Martin, co-founder of Allied8 Architects, is a modern linear home cantilevered off a cliff, offering breathtaking views to the north and south. Blending seamlessly with its natural surroundings, the aging Kebony on the exterior matches the bark of nearby trees, while the bright, monochromatic interior provides a modern and airy feel.
