Concrete, the design firm behind every citizenM hotel to date, is proud to celebrate a defining milestone: Marriott International’s acquisition of citizenM. Since the brand’s inception, Concrete has stood at the forefront of citizenM’s design and hospitality evolution—shaping a new kind of hotel experience that blends modernity, comfort, and affordability.
Casa Loredo is the second project in the ongoing series New Vernacular Architecture of the Cantabrian Coast (NAVC), which aims to explore how regional building traditions can evolve to meet modern-day needs. Located in the coastal town of Loredo, this residence is a bold response to local heritage, strict planning regulations, and the ever-present natural forces of the Cantabrian Sea.
Located on a serene, wooded 1.1-acre site near Peconic Bay in Long Island, the Sheridan Green Residence by Christopher Jeffrey Architects represents a thoughtful reimagining of how we build. This 1,966-square-foot home is not only self-sustaining but also carefully integrated into the sloped terrain, proving that even with a modest footprint and limited budget, sustainable living can be both inspiring and achievable.
Located in the Tanglewood neighborhood of Houston, the Candlewood Drive Residence is a thoughtfully designed Tudor-style home tailored for a family of six. Created by Elizabeth Garrett Interiors, the design reflects a balance of tradition and modernity—combining a refined architectural language with intimate, livable spaces.
Located on a quiet passage in Villa Devoto, Buenos Aires, La Blanqueada House stands as a striking example of architectural renewal. Designed by Muro Studio, this 140m² residence is named both for its address and the white tones of its walls—“blanqueada” meaning “whitened” in Spanish.
Project: Knoll House Architecture: Rusafova-Markulis Architects Builder: Mountain Sound Builders Landscape Architect: Vision Design Collaborative Location: Fletcher, North Carolina, United States Area: 2650 ft2 Year: 2023 Photo Credits: Ryan Theede Located 3,100 feet above sea level in the Appalachian foothills of Asheville, North Carolina, Knoll House is a modern home that blends bold architecture with
In the beach town of Mollymook, a well-known home called Cake House has been brought back to life. Locals and surfers once used its sharp, kite-shaped roof as a landmark. Architect Alexander Symes kept this unique shape at the heart of the redesign, while giving the home new strength, energy efficiency, and protection from the changing climate.
The ongoing transformation of Benjamin Franklin Village in northeast Mannheim reimagines a former 1950s U.S. military residential site as a vibrant, inclusive urban district. Surrounded by expansive parkland, this redevelopment supports a community of approximately 10,000 residents—offering a diverse mix of housing, workspaces, education, culture, and recreation.
