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.
Tucked away in the verdant woods of San Simón el Alto—just a 2½-hour drive from Mexico City—San Simón House by Vasconcelos Arquitectura redefines the family cabin. Not only does it vanish into its 10,000 m² forest plot, but it also celebrates every towering tree and local material.
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.
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.
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.
Blatto Boat redefines tiny-home living by transforming an existing hull into a fully integrated Floating On Water Residence (FOWR). Measuring a slender 12’×40’, this houseboat packs every feature of a conventional home into a compact, nautically engineered space.
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.
Nestled on a narrow peninsula, the Morris Cove guest house by Bates Masi + Architects transforms a family’s love for their waterfront site into a sustainable, experiential retreat. Not only does this design celebrate spectacular views, but it also addresses erosion, flood risk, and water quality in thoughtful, tangible ways.
Bunratty House sits gracefully on five acres of rolling hillside in The Gap, just a stone’s throw from Brisbane’s CBD. Texturally rich and oriented to capture sweeping views of the city skyline, this long-term family retreat balances contemporary elegance with laid-back outdoor living.
