Opulent Villa Chi on Millionaires’ Mile in Phuke...

"An excellent book!"  — Paul Wilmott Principles of quantitative development With an extravagant design and inspiring opulence throughout, Villa Chi is one of the nine exclusive accommodation units making up Cape Sienna Resort , a holiday retreat located in an area known as Millionaires’ Mile on Phuket island in Thailand. Perched above the sea, on a spectacular rocky ground, the villa...

Oscar Mesa’s Family House Rising From Between Hu...

The Unreal Universe A Book on Physics and Philosophy "For thinking laymen." Set in a picturesque surrounding, the 900 square meter property in Medellin, Colombia, rises from the natural landscape in a successful effort of displaying modern architecture across the semi-rural landscape. Adorning one of the hills surrounding Medellin, the private family house was designed by renowned architect...

Two Buildings in a Single Compact Volume: Private ...

"An excellent book!"  — Paul Wilmott Principles of quantitative development Private House in Sassuolo is a project implemented by Bologna-based studio Enrico Iascone Architetti and located in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. The building accommodates two buildings in a single compact volume, with more than enough space to serve the living needs of two families. According to the...

Lakefront +HOUSE Embracing The Canadian Landscape...

This inspiring award-winning design displayed by studio Superkül’s +HOUSE is located in Mulmur, Ontario, Canada. Sustainability features were incorporated in the design, creating a house for the future that naturally rests on the sloped land. Designed by Toronto-based practice Superkül Inc Architect , the impressive sequence of spaces welcome daylight into the social zone, creating a powerful bond to the...

The Perfect Summer Getaway . . . in Finland...

When one thinks about perfect Summer getaway spots, Finland usually isn’t on the top of the list – but maybe it should be, if Saunders Architecture’s Finnish Summer house is any indication. Located in the Aland Islands, a group of islands in the Baltic Sea just north of Stockholm, the house is nestled in a pine forest close to the sea. The home is comprised of a series of folding wooden structures that...

Diverse Family Home in Australia Showcasing an Ori...

The Elwood House was designed by Jost Architects and displays an interesting mix of volumes, each functionally distinct. With a total living area of 430 square meters, the residence serves the needs of a family in Milton St, Elwood, Victoria, Australia. According to the architects, “ the client wanted a house that was clean, distinctive and enjoyable to use without feeling like they were an object in their own home...

Almost Secluded Villa On Uruguay’s Southern Coas...

A monolithic residential structure named Buenos Mares Villa rises from the sloping terrain of this resort village in Uruguay. Stonework and wood envelope the building designed by RDR Arquitectos and were also used to create the stunning interiors. Light curtains hint towards the slightly visible separation line between the indoors and outdoors. While the night sets in, the main living space becomes comfortable and almost...

Contemporary Townhouse Interior by Cecconi Simone...

A few days ago Cecconi Simone sent us images about their latest project. Cecconi Simone has designed the model for a community of thirty-seven contemporary townhouses by Treasure Hill Developments in Little Italy / Little Portugal, Downtown Toronto. Here are a few words about this project according to Cecconi Simone : “ The 662 s.f. show suite is a careful study in urban living, its manifest simplicity belying its...

Lakefront Coburn Residence Displaying An Uncomplic...

Set in a spectacular surrounding, in Queenstown’s elite golf club Jacks Point, the Coburn Residence is defined by views of the nearby lake and mountains. The client brief included the need for large entertaining spaces that would be strongly connected to the outdoors and separate master and guest bedrooms. Connecting with the surrounding landscape, the residence designed by Harris Butt Architecture stretches over a...

Old and New Building Sections Combined in an Origi...

Tusculum Residence is the result of a contemporary renovation and addition to an early 20th-century terrace house in Sydney, Australia. The project was envisioned by Smart Design Studio and combines a classic style with a modern approach. According to the architects, an important element of the renovation project is a “ grand and gracefully spiralling stair that forms the pivotal junction of the old and new parts of...