Architecture & House Design

Apiacás Arquitetos studio has completed the Juranda House, located in Sao Paulo, Brazil. On the narrow urban plot with dimensions of 6 x 24 m the house is straightened up. The total area of ??residence is 150 sq.m. The terrain has led to differences in the levels from the road and back yard, so  the building was distributed over half levels, separated by a three storey void which contains the staircase access to the floors. The main goal of the architects was to make the house as spacious and open as possible. It was achieved due to the glass facade and an open plan. The absence of a clear division of the floors gives the impression of one large room. But in fact the house is very functional. On the first floor there is a living room, dining room and kitchen. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, office and terrace are placed on the upper floors.  

More photos →

Architects from G.Lab*  has created a project of the residential complex Casamoro Condominiums in Hongcheon, South Korea. The building is situated on the northern bank of the Han River and is represented by three blocks. On the second floor of the complex parking is equipped, offering a beautiful view of the water; apartments are designed on the next level. There is also a large terrace for public use. The floating units reveal a communal café space below with access to the waterfront. As for interiors, they are designed in a contemporary style and is characterized by numerous bright accents and interesting details.

More photos →

Brentwood Residence is a project of luxury residence created by Belzberg Architects in collaboration with designers from MLK Studio . Located in Los Angeles, California, this two-storey house with glass walls, tennis courts, a spacious pool and separate guest house is a dream for everyone. The residence, unfortunately, do not overlook the city or the coast, but you can enjoy a beautiful nature around. House interior is designed in such a way that the kitchen is an informal boundary between the two parts of the residence: living area and bedrooms. However, you do not feel the restrictions, on the contrary, the residence embodies a spirit of hospitality and comfort.

More photos →

Modern design house of Euclid Residence was presented by Balance Associates Architects. The total area of ??three-storey residence is 280 sq.m. and it is located in Seattle, Washington. For a long time it was offered for sale and the last asking price was $ 1.295 million. The terrain on which the mansion was built is not only sloping but also full of wild vegetation and trees. From the top you can see Lake Washington and there is a national park around the residence. Customers, a married couple, wanted the house to be modern and green, as well as to allow admiring the surrounding beauty.

More photos →

Company Koji Tsutsui Architect & Associates presented a draft InBetween House. Represented by a series of cottages in the mountains near Tokyo, the residence was designed as a place where customers would be happy to come back after a hard day in the bustling metropolis and to have a rest in natural surroundings. The total area of ??residence is about 180 sq.m. and it consists of five separate cottages under one roof. They are made from wood in a traditional Japanese-style. Each cottage is different in size and shape to set on site at 30 degree increments to best fit the topography. The passageways between the blocks resemble the streets and join premises, rather than divide them, creating an atmosphere of unity with nature.

More photos →

Big Bay Beach House is a true work of art by architects and designers from companies COA and Fuchs Wacker Architekten. This luxurious mansion is located in the coastal area of Cape Town, South Africa and occupies an area of 535 sq.m. The design impresses with its simplicity of geometric shapes and straight lines. Modern residence is thought out the way that you can simultaneously enjoy the beautiful views of the ocean and relax on the outdoor terrace beside the pool, not beware of cold winds. Minimalism in interior design is intertwined with an individual approach and great attention to details.

More photos →

Swiss studio Savioz Fabrizzi Architectes presented a draft mountain residence Maison Val d'Entremont. This modern three-storey family home is situated at the top of a mountain village, in Valais, Switzerland, and is famous for its panoramic view of 360 degrees. Surrounded by pastures and rolling hills, there is an atmosphere of calmness and deliberateness. The residence has a simple geometric form and it was built according to tradition of this region, so it blends well with the background of the neighboring houses. And only windows around the perimeter of the second floor add some originality. The facades are made of pre-weathered wood which will gradually get darker and adapt to the barns of the village to be integrated and become a timeless building.

More photos →

San Francisco-based studio CCS Architecture, presented a project of Aptos Retreat. This residential house occupies an area of 260 sq.m. and looks very original. It was designed for a family with 6 children and built in the mountains near Santa Cruz. Located on a hill, the residence is famous for its stunning views of the mountains and the ocean. It looks pretty rough, but the geometry of the architecture is not so simple. The house consists of two main parts, one of which overlaps the other. In one block there is a sleeping area with two bedrooms and a bathroom, and in the other you’ll find a sitting area, which consists of a lounge, kitchen and dining room. On the second floor of this block there is a master bedroom. In addition to the main buildings the project includes a spacious hangar. It is a place for recreation and entertainment, but it can also provide extra sleeping space for guests.

More photos →