Double-height space

In the Sharon region of Israel, this new duplex apartment renovation by interior designer Nitzan Horowitz is a composition of clean straight lines, with a careful balance of material and colour, and optimal use of height and space. Oded Smadar   Though characterized by impressive architectural features, the original space did not meet the family's needs. This led Horowitz to redesign the floor plan entirely, emphasizing the double-height area of the entrance floor and highlighting elements such as the sloping ceiling in this location, which reaches an impressive six and a half meters in height.   Oded Smadar   At this main entrance level, the program includes an open plan family space with a kitchen and... En savoir plus

Located on the outskirts of Salzburg, Austria, Haus L designed by local architecture firm Dunkelschwarz, showcases a modern approach toward sustainable timber construction. The 292sqm house reflects the characteristics and form of the surrounding residential buildings. Markus Rohrbacher Fotografie The design of the house evolved along the client’s requirements of privacy, openness and a seamless transition between the outside and inside. In response to the client’s privacy concerns, a canopied entrance and parking separate the house from the adjoining street. Markus Rohrbacher Fotografie Accessible from the living area, an intimate courtyard is formed between the entrance and the house and is overlooked by th... En savoir plus

This development of 8 family homes with community and sustainability at its core is part of an evolving masterplan for Tulum on Mexico’s Caribbean coast. The project by Holland Harvey Architects sets a new standard for environmentally conscious design on the Riviera Maya. Studio Archetype The footprint of the development is minimized with 60% of the site retained as permeable landscaping or natural jungle floor. The ground floor comprises singular stacked stone walls that support the upper levels. Made primarily of local limestone, the stacked stone walls include construction waste material from other developments in the area. Studio Archetype Traditional boundaries between inside and outside are reworked. The ground floor... En savoir plus