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 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.
The Complexity Apartment by RIS Collective is a thoughtfully designed three-story space that optimizes each floor to serve distinct functions while preserving a sense of unity throughout. The layout embraces an open-concept approach, subtly compartmentalizing areas to balance openness with spatial definition.
Exploring the individualities of being, what we are, and how we relate to the world, Ana Weege presents, in her third participation at CASACOR São Paulo, “Âmago Studio”, a space that addresses ancestry, love and belonging.
The House That Splits by Voluar Arquitectura, also known as The House of Forking Paths, embodies a rich exploration of time, space, and nature-inspired adaptability. Influenced by Jorge Luis Borges, the residence unfolds with each movement, challenging the idea of space as static.
Sky Base One Villa, designed by Bespoke Architects, began with a unique client vision—a villa inspired by science fiction classics. This led to an exploration of balance, drawing on principles of Chinese Taoism, to create a space that harmonizes architecture and nature.
Nestled on a steeply sloped lot in Austin’s Barton Hills neighborhood, City View House, also known as The Kassarine Pass Residence, is the creation of Mark Odom Studio. Located just 4.5 miles from the Texas State Capitol, the house highlights Austin’s landscape and skyline through a design that respects the neighborhood while capturing expansive downtown views and the surrounding greenbelt.
