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.
Set within the wooded landscape of Chacras de Coria, Arrow House by Mora Hughes Arquitectos redefines the idea of a home as a living, breathing retreat. With its fragmented gabled volumes and refined material palette, the house fosters a seamless dialogue between architecture and nature.
In the heart of Tel Aviv’s vibrant urban core, IX A Penthouse by architect Raz Melamed delivers a calm, refined response to city living. Inspired by the serene, tree-lined avenue outside its walls, this rooftop apartment transforms the energy of the street into a design narrative—seamlessly blending nature, light, and architectural clarity.
