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San Simón House / Vasconcelos Arquitectura

Tucked away in the verdant woods of San Simón el Alto—just a 2½-hour drive from Mexico City—San Simón House by Vasconcelos Arquitectura redefines the family cabin. Not only does it vanish into its 10,000 m² forest plot,…

Meristem Chapel / MOTIV Architects

Meristem Chapel: A Sanctuary of Renewal

Nestled on the banks of a river within the A Rocha Brooksdale Environmental Centre, Meristem Chapel embodies regeneration and silent retreat. Designed by MOTIV Architects, this small memorial chapel uses an abandoned cistern as its foundation, ensuring…

Whidbey Puzzle Prefab / Wittman Estes

Whidbey Puzzle Prefab / Wittman Estes

Whidbey Puzzle Prefab demonstrates how smart design can minimize environmental impact while fostering health, flexibility, and a deep connection to nature. This innovative prototype packs 600 square feet of thoughtfully arranged interior living space alongside 557 square…

Steeplechase House / Brooks + Scarpa

Steeplechase House / Brooks + Scarpa

Steeplechase House by Brooks + Scarpa stands on a wooded 65‑acre site in the Appalachian foothills near the Eno River, around Raleigh-Durham, NC. A famed film director and his artistic spouse chose this location to return to…

Jach's House / Crahayjamaigne Architectes

Jach’s House / Crahayjamaigne Architectes

Designed by Crahayjamaigne Architectes, Jach’s House is a bioclimatic extension that seamlessly integrates into its forest surroundings. This innovative 7-meter cube demonstrates adaptability and sustainability while respecting its natural environment.

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