nitially it was an old house, with a traditional layout (the kitchen and the staff rooms were located at the end of it) and with so many rooms that avoided natural light into them. The aim of ÁBATON was to grant the flat a contemporary and clean appearance by unifying the spaces and allowing natural light inside.
Michael K Chen Architecture (MKCA) have designed a 390-square-foot studio in Manhattan, that features a mechanized moving wall to form different areas when needed throughout the day. Description by MKCA: The 5:1 Apartment is the latest evolution of MKCA’s research on micro housing, containing the functional and spatial elements for living, working, sleeping, dressing, and
Luca Andrisani Architect recently completed an apartment renovation in Miami, Florida. Description by Luca Andrisani: This two bedroom apartment renovation took place in a building called Oceanside Plaza, built in 1967 in the Millionaire’s Row neighborhood of Miami, Florida. The building’s architect was Morris Lapidus, famous for the Fontainebleau Hotel and identified by theatrical designs
Istanbul-based Ofist Studio has designed Y House, located in Gölköy, Bodrum, Turkey. Interiors of this oriental house evokes local culture and the Mediterranean. Description by Ofist: The Y House is situated within the Mandarin Oriental Residences in Golkoy, Bodrum. The project’s main focus was to evoke the Mediterranean and to create a house harmonious with
Primus Arkitekter has designed Forest House, a family home located in Asserbo, Denmark. Description by Primus Arkitekter: The client wanted a spacious house with room for both intimacy and many dining guests. They wanted to open the house towards the forest. The site is a long, slender plot facing the edge of a forest. The
MVRDV in collaboration with Studio Bouwhaven designed a club house for IJburg Tennis Club, Amsterdam, which provides both a viewing platform and a club overlooking the water. Description by MVRDV: IJburg is a new district to the east of Amsterdam. On its six artificial islands, 18,000 homes will be eventually be built for 45,000 residents.
Ángel Hevia Antuña and Luis Velasco Roldan have designed a prototype of sustainable housing, with low footprint and high energy efficiency.
GBF Taller de Arquitectura has crafted a serene and elegant retreat in the form of RGT House, a private residence located in Tapalehui, Morelos, Mexico. Designed as a space for rest and recreation, this house covers an area of 85 square meters and integrates seamlessly with its natural surroundings, creating a peaceful sanctuary for its inhabitants.
