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.
Casa Emma, designed by HW Studio, is a deeply evocative project rooted in an architectural experience that left a lasting impression on the firm’s principals. A few years ago, they visited the Paula Rego Museum by Eduardo Souto de Moura, where they felt profoundly moved by the light and tranquility within.
Adventure Whare Cabin, designed by Studio Well, is a holiday retreat that perfectly captures the alpine spirit, providing a comfortable haven for a family passionate about exploring the outdoors. Nestled in Castle Hill Village, the cabin combines resilience and charm, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and connection with nature.
The Rammed Earth Home by Nott Architects is a raw, grounded home thoughtfully designed to blend with its rugged, arid surroundings. Located on a remote site, this project was created for a couple who, along with their dog, relocated from Wellington. Bringing a strong visual and storytelling background from their work in graphics and branding
The Canyon Drive House by Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects is a creative response to Los Angeles’ housing challenges. Developed under LA’s Small Lot Subdivision Ordinance, the project is designed to offer compact, affordable homes for first-time buyers while maintaining the character of the city’s neighborhoods.
Dubbed Laceback Terrace by LaRue Architects, this striking residence rests on a 0.75-acre plot in Austin’s Hill Country. The site’s natural slope, beginning at street level and dropping nearly 30 feet to the rear, creates a sense of both drama and possibility.
The Tornado House by OOIIO Architecture Studio is a custom single-family home in Barajas, Madrid, where architecture and interior design come together to create a unique living space. In every project, OOIIO Architecture Studio begins with an in-depth understanding of the client’s needs, lifestyle, and tastes.
The Jewell Box House, designed by Mell Lawrence Architects, is more than just a building; it’s an escape, a fulfillment of the client’s dream to own a “cabin in the woods” – a secluded place to unwind, surrounded by nature. From the street, the house appears as a compact, solid form, hidden from prying eyes.
The Hill House by Joeb Moore & Partners, located in Litchfield County, takes full advantage of its naturally terraced site. Shielded from the country drive by a grove of mature trees, the house nestles into the landscape between a ledge outcropping, a historic hickory grove, and a sloping meadow, allowing for panoramic views across both woodland and meadow.
