Nestled in the heart of Avilés, the Tourist Apartment by David Olmos Arquitectos showcases how architectural heritage seamlessly merges with contemporary design. Situated on Calle Galiana in a building dating back to 1895, this 60-square-meter gem reimagines space to provide a tranquil urban retreat.
Located on a challenging corner site, Randolph House by Bryant Alsop is a clever 2-storey addition to an attached Victorian cottage. Designed to respect strict heritage requirements, the project maximizes space and natural light on a small urban block. Consequently, the final result is an airy, light-filled residence that meets the needs of a growing young family, while also enhancing the broader streetscape.
Nestled amidst lush greenery, Casa Cariño by Dinamita Taller captures the essence of tranquility and artistic passion. Designed for two photographers, this light-filled retreat celebrates life’s simple pleasures and creative rituals, from the comforting process of brewing coffee to the hands-on act of shaping ceramics.
Perched at the highest point of the plot in the Arrábida Natural Park, House in Serra do Louro by Cimbre replaces a dilapidated ruin while preserving its spirit. The design team carefully demolished the old structure and reclaimed the original stones to create boundary walls.
Poised high above Lac Cupidon in Sainte-Anne-des-Lacs, Quebec, Between Lake and Forest by LOCUS architecture+design offers a serene sanctuary for its owners to escape their bustling city lives. This 3,600-square-foot home, located on a rugged four-acre property roughly 65 kilometers north of Montreal, embraces the beauty of the Laurentian region—famous for its pristine lakes, vivid fall foliage, and winter ski resorts.
Nestled in one of Israel’s most picturesque areas, the Sharon Region House by Frenkel Architecture and Design stands as a testament to thoughtful planning and meticulous attention to detail. In fact, every corner of this three-story residence reflects a precise balance of textures and materials, resulting in a home that feels both contemporary and inviting.
Nestled in Otama’s captivating terrain, Waimataruru House by Pac Studio is carefully orchestrated to engage with both the sweeping ocean vistas and the lush forested gullies that define the property. Indeed, few sites boast such varied natural drama—rocky outcrops, wide beaches, and shadowy streams all converge to create a singular sense of place.
Originally designed in 1985 by Lorcan O’Herlihy for his parents, Trancas House was tragically lost in the Woolsey fires that devastated Malibu in November 2018. Determined to rebuild, the owners enlisted Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects [LOHA] to design a new residence that would not only honor the home’s history but also incorporate fire-resistant and climate-conscious elements.
