The Givat Shmuel Apartment by Halel Architecture and Interior Design exemplifies how thoughtful design can transform a family home into a serene, organized, and personalized living space. For a couple in their 50s and their two teenage children, this renovation project achieved a cohesive and calming environment with minimal structural changes and meticulous attention to detail.
The Milford Off-Grid House by Solares Architecture embodies the perfect blend of eco-conscious design and rural charm. Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Prince Edward County, this home harmonizes with its natural surroundings, offering a serene escape for its Toronto-based owners.
The Chatterbox House by Nest Architects brings a fresh perspective to urban living, blending nostalgia with contemporary design. Inspired by the classic paper-folding game, Chatterbox, this Fitzroy North home reimagines a dilapidated bungalow into a light-filled and functional sanctuary.
Nestled in the heart of Avilés, the Tourist Apartment by David Olmos Arquitectos showcases how architectural heritage seamlessly merges with contemporary design. Situated on Calle Galiana in a building dating back to 1895, this 60-square-meter gem reimagines space to provide a tranquil urban retreat.
Located on a challenging corner site, Randolph House by Bryant Alsop is a clever 2-storey addition to an attached Victorian cottage. Designed to respect strict heritage requirements, the project maximizes space and natural light on a small urban block. Consequently, the final result is an airy, light-filled residence that meets the needs of a growing young family, while also enhancing the broader streetscape.
Nestled amidst lush greenery, Casa Cariño by Dinamita Taller captures the essence of tranquility and artistic passion. Designed for two photographers, this light-filled retreat celebrates life’s simple pleasures and creative rituals, from the comforting process of brewing coffee to the hands-on act of shaping ceramics.
Perched at the highest point of the plot in the Arrábida Natural Park, House in Serra do Louro by Cimbre replaces a dilapidated ruin while preserving its spirit. The design team carefully demolished the old structure and reclaimed the original stones to create boundary walls.
Poised high above Lac Cupidon in Sainte-Anne-des-Lacs, Quebec, Between Lake and Forest by LOCUS architecture+design offers a serene sanctuary for its owners to escape their bustling city lives. This 3,600-square-foot home, located on a rugged four-acre property roughly 65 kilometers north of Montreal, embraces the beauty of the Laurentian region—famous for its pristine lakes, vivid fall foliage, and winter ski resorts.
