Located in the historic center of Mérida, Casa El Encanto Ermita offers a sensitive reinterpretation of Yucatecan colonial architecture through the lens of modern living. This single-family residence adapts an existing historic structure to contemporary needs, preserving its architectural heritage while creating a home that feels both rooted and renewed.
In Brasília’s Asa Norte neighborhood—known for its compact, compartmentalized two-bedroom layouts—BLOCO Arquitetos reimagined a 68 m² apartment into a light-filled, flexible space tailored to the lifestyle of its resident.
Nestled in the historic center of Montuïri, Mallorca, Casa Periscopio by Luis Arredondo transforms a narrow, overlooked property into an architectural meditation on light, materiality, and vertical space. Although the project began with a deteriorated structure and a complex plot, it evolved into a bold and poetic intervention—one that embraces height, history, and simplicity.
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.
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 deep respect for the surrounding landscape. The home was commissioned by a couple who moved from Florida in search of cooler weather, small-town charm, and panoramic mountain views.
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.
