Residential

Clad in shiny corrugated galvalume, Pocket Laneway House rises up and over a carport, propped aloft partly by a v-configured steel column on helical piers. This structure’s eye-catching, treehouse-like massing is anything but arbitrary: by making minimal contact with the ground, the residence preserves the root health of a mature maple tree on this constrained site.  Birdhouse Media Birdhouse Media Birdhouse Media David Whittaker David Whittaker The owners are a travel writer and a recently retired buffalo rancher, with two young children at home and one older child living independently. The couple originally selected Weiss Architecture + Urbanism to design their Toronto home, which occupies the street-f... Mais

Weiss Architecture + Urbanism’s light-filled Shudell House imaginatively addresses aging-in-place design issues while negotiating the ‘bowling alley’ dimensions of typical residential lots in older parts of Toronto. David Whittaker Birdhouse Media David Whittaker Its owners are a travel writer and a retired buffalo rancher with two young children at home and one older child living independently. The couple wanted an easily adaptable home, suitable for their kids’ evolving stages of life and their own long-range needs. From the outset they knew they also wanted a laneway house that could at some point become a caregiver’s residence. (For information about this auxiliary dwelling, please see Weiss... Mais

Nestled within a lush landscape between the mountain and the sea, the Sky Villas residential complex finds its place as a tranquil sanctuary, an oasis of serenity that seamlessly integrates with the natural environment, offering its residents an experience of relaxation and renewal. TAKA+PARTNERS TAKA+PARTNERS Designed according to the principles of bioclimatic architecture, the project takes into account local climatic conditions and the dynamic interplay with the surroundings. The residential units follow a circular arrangement, forming an idealized ring around the central communal space while maintaining the privacy and autonomy of each home. Their placement adheres to the natural topography of the land, allowing for an organi... Mais

The interior design of this two-storey residence clearly expresses a modern architectural approach, combining the purity of geometric forms with the materiality derived from the use of natural materials. Covering a total area of 180 sqm, the house is perched on a plot within the Panorama settlement of Thessaloniki. Its unobstructed view of the Thermaic Gulf sets the stage for an atmosphere of complete relaxation, tranquility, and warmth. TAKA+PARTNERS Wood and marble were selected as the primary structural and aesthetic elements, creating a dialogue between warm and cool textures, lightness and solidity. Wood, a living, timeless material, features prominently in the flooring of all communal areas, serving as a unifying backdrop that i... Mais

Kolonaki is an urban district of Athens with a distinct character, where one encounters apartments of aristocratic finesse and historical significance. It is particularly fascinating how such spaces manage to preserve their historical aura despite the passage of decades. Within the 200 square meters of this impressive apartment, the refined interplay between the elegance of neoclassical architecture and elements of Athens' 1960s urban design is vividly portrayed. TAKA+PARTNERS TAKA+PARTNERS The design follows the original architectural structure with absolute respect, highlighting the authenticity of the materials and the intricate details of the era. The layout emphasizes spaciousness and harmony, integrating the interaction of... Mais

The historic building 'Luxembourg' is located in the coastal area of “Poseidonio athletic Centre” in eastern Thessaloniki. The location of this project carries significant historical weight, as is the case with many buildings in the city, particularly those near the Thermaic Gulf. During initial research on the site, it was discovered that a Catholic monastery once stood in the area. In the 1970s and for about 30 years, a famous seaside entertainment venue operated at the same spot, bearing the name 'Luxembourg', a name that has been preserved to this day. The area later underwent significant changes with the land reclamation of the new waterfront, and in 1973, the residential building, as we know it today, was constructed, repr... Mais

RA House is located in a residential area in the middle of Makassar City, precisely on Jalan Borong Raya. This area is congested with vehicles especially during peak hours of work activities such as morning and evening. This happens because it has a very strategic location and connects between areas of Makassar City and as an alternative road. However, this situation can be overcome because the location of the house is in the rearmost position in the residential area. Agung Fadriansyah RA House is a house designed for a young family with 2 children. This house has 2bedrooms, 2 toilets, 1 living room that integrates with the family room and 1 kitchenthat leads directly to the garden. This house has an open garden behind the center of t... Mais

Nestled in the heart of Cape Town’s vibrant De Waterkant neighbourhood, Old Cape Quarter is an exemplar of thoughtful urban renewal and adaptive reuse design principles. The brief by Tower Property Fund was to revitalise the complex into a mixed-use hub including new retail and office spaces as well as 55 luxury apartments and penthouses. At the core of the development lies the protected Old Cape Quarter Piazza, a significant historical landmark that anchors the development in Cape Town’s rich past. ‍ Sean Gibson Our approach was to weave contemporary elements into the original structure, preserving its heritage and reviving the area with a high quality contemporary architectural insertion. The key objective for this a... Mais

Bringing urban aesthetics indoors, creating integrated spaces ideal for hosting friends and family, were the guidelines defined by the owner of this 120-square-meter apartment, located in São Paulo. These premises guided the interventions of architect Vinicius Almeida, principal architect at Brazilian firm StudioVA Arquitetos. Caption For the homeowner, a young single man who spends much of his time traveling for work, the primary goal was to create a home that would serve as an anchor amidst his constant comings and goings—a refuge where he could truly settle and put down roots. Caption In the renovation, the wall that separated the living room from the kitchen was removed, and the beam was restored and kept in exp... Mais

Could a house be designed to resemble an open garden? A garden that fosters social interaction among family members, frames the sky as part of daily life, and adapts its functions to the changing seasons. Domus Oliva is a house located in the suburbs of Nicosia, Cyprus, designed to meet the needs of a young family of four. The program is straightforward: a living room, a kitchen, a workspace, two bedrooms, and one en-suite bedroom. creative photo room creative photo room The site, with its gentle slopes, low Cypriot vegetation, scattered olive trees, and low-density residential development, serves as the canvas where architecture and program will meet. Our aim was to design a garden-house, open to nature, where residential functi... Mais

Mixed-use building B10 is the final phase of a project Pri Mýte on Račianska street. Filling the gap within the current urban context, this building completes and defines Račianska street as a fully developed urban district. Architecturally and conceptually, it builds upon previous structures and fully explores the street’s potential. The architecture reflects the expression of a compact slab-like structure that visually connects to the existing residential complex. The design concept is based on alternating solid surfaces with glazed window openings. Matej Hakar Matej Hakar Matej Hakar Matej Hakar Matej Hakar Matej Hakar The southern facade facing the inner courtyard is complemented by continuous... Mais

Emerging with a new identity, Northcote Hacienda is a double fronted heritage Victorian house transformed into a three level rock filled home around a central courtyard. Tasha Tylee Tasha Tylee Tasha Tylee Tasha Tylee Reinvigorated with a soft and rounded approach to its form. Hindley & Co draws from the original rhythmic and controlled nature of the existing typologies in place to propose a transformation that redefines the fusing of contemporary elements with a heritage context. Tasha Tylee Tasha Tylee Tasha Tylee Tasha Tylee Tasha Tylee Tasha Tylee Tasha Tylee Mais

The project at 1074 Cardero Street focuses on creating sustainable urban densification in Vancouver. It aims to provide a template and vision for addressing the challenges of offering rental housing for the growing population in the limited urban area of Vancouver’s West End. This project puts forward a strategy for sustainable development and heritage revitalization of the city’s historic fabric while balancing the needs of the “missing middle” in urban housing. It offers an affordable, mid-density rental housing alternative by way of preservation and carefully considered augmentation of the site. The project aims to address the need for more housing by utilizing the unused space in the city while preserving the hi... Mais

Tsavkisi is a mountainous region near Tbilisi, known for its panoramic views of the city. Amidst this setting, the design's ambition is to seamlessly stand out yet harmoniously belong within its environment. This aspiration takes form through a fluid, organic shape reminiscent of a sculpture. Realized primarily through the innovative use of sculptured fiber concrete, this material is chosen not only for its aesthetic appeal but also for its aging properties, which enhance the structure's character over time. Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Natural light is a vital component of the design, facilitated by a dual-sided glass facade that also promotes optimal ventilation. The road-facing side featu... Mais