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.
Padovani Arquitetos has designed the impressive GM House for a young family seeking harmony with their unique landscape. Situated on a distinctive plot with intriguing topography, the house takes full advantage of a sloping site that offers breathtaking views.
Located on a promontory overlooking a valley, Epure Naturelle House by Brengues Le Pavec Architectes sits at the edge of the landscape. With its sloping terrain and far-reaching views, the site calls for careful integration. Consequently, the design focuses on blending into the surroundings rather than dominating them.
Szoke House stands on the southern slopes of Monte Abantos in San Lorenzo de El Escorial, near Madrid. This location is known for its dense pine forests, rugged terrain, and dramatic granite outcroppings. The design aims to blend with the area’s rich landscape, taking in views of La Herrería forest to the southwest and the historic Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial to the east.
Alamo House stands on a steep residential site with panoramic views of the historic center of Toledo. To navigate the plot’s complicated geometry and pronounced slope, OOIIO Architecture devised three stacked rectangular prisms. Each volume is clad in natural stone and strategically superimposed to form the house’s main structure.
Hutch Cabin is a prototype, off-grid dwelling, nestled in a valley near the rural village of Wollombi. Conceived during the global pandemic, it was designed to satisfy an increasing urban desire for rest, adventure, and wellbeing. Indeed, it marries the stripped-back nature-immersion of camping with the comforts and luxury of a boutique hotel experience.
Surrounded by rocky outcrops, lush treelines, and broad views of Georgian Bay, Green Cabin rests on Robert’s Island—accessible only by boat. Consequently, the approach to the site begins at the dock, ascending over rugged terrain toward an existing cottage that stands slightly elevated.
Nestled in a dense neighborhood of Riga, MW Family House by Space In spans 240 m² (about 2,600 ft²), turning a small and oddly shaped 600 m² (approximately 7,000 ft²) plot into a deliberate, cozy realm. It shelters a couple, three children, and their dog—along with countless passions—all under one roof.
Nature-Focused Residence by Ming Architects sits on a deep plot, with the building footprint deliberately set back to create an expansive ground floor. This layout allows for easy indoor-outdoor entertaining, especially when family and friends gather. As soon as you arrive, you walk through a covered barbecue terrace into a striking double-height living area.
