Nestled in the agricultural parish of Gandra in Esposende, Casa de Campo by PF Architecture Studio offers a serene escape for a family seeking respite from city life. This unassuming yet thoughtfully crafted home embraces Portugal’s northern landscapes—sea, river, and mountains—anchored by the region’s characteristic “Nortada” (north wind).
The Burgatoi Apartment by Tenka Arkitektura is a distinctive interior renovation that draws inspiration from the nautical world. Named after the term “burgatoi,” a curved piece of wood used in shipbuilding, the project adopts a flowing, curved form to reshape the space in a way that echoes the gentle arc of a vessel, giving the apartment a unique personality and functionality.
Located in the heart of Menorca, Estancia San José is an extensive renovation of an old ruin and stone barn, carried out by Atelier du Pont in collaboration with ARU Arquitectura. Set on a vast 76-hectare site, this 300-square-meter summer residence embodies the local palette and heritage, merging rustic elements with a fresh, contemporary aesthetic.
Unlike the typical layout on a residential lot, the Moon Gate ADU is situated at the front of the property. The primary 1961 ranch-style home sits at the back, perched near a ravine overlooking Hahamongna Watershed Park. Wang designed two contrasting forms—the ADU and an adjacent storage unit—that intentionally differ from the main house.
Ekaant Villa, crafted by GA Design, is a luxurious four-bedroom retreat that spans both ground and first floors, located in the scenic Bhomoli region of Alibaug, Maharashtra. Offering sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and valleys, the villa embraces an earthy theme, harmonizing natural materials, organic shapes, and a palette inspired by nature’s elements.
Designed by Side Angle Side, Casey House embodies simplicity and restraint, crafted for a homeowner inspired by the timeless shape of a basic gabled house in a wooded area. As an architectural photographer, the client valued a design focused on pure form and minimalism.
Villa Amonita Lanzarote gave OOOOX the unique opportunity to embrace Lanzarote’s architectural traditions and transform an existing villa into a serene, modern retreat. Respecting Lanzarote’s strict design rules for white exteriors, green accents, and low building heights, the design creates a harmonious blend of architecture within the island’s lava-black landscape.
LLO House, designed by OOIIO Arquitectura for a family in Valdemorillo, near Madrid, is a uniquely crafted home that celebrates both the immediate natural landscape and the distant mountains of the Sierra de Madrid. Nestled on a scenic plot defined by a curving street, the design fully embraces its surroundings while minimizing environmental impact
