Contemporary house

TAJIMI HOUSE is a two-story residence of reinforced concrete bearing-wall construction in Tajimi, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. A large retaining wall stands close to the western boundary, while a neighboring residence is located to the north. Although the neighbor's garden along the northern boundary provides a sense of openness, the most expansive views extend toward the distant landscape to the south and east. The design seeks to bring the surrounding landscape and distant mountain views into everyday life while maintaining privacy. Kohei Koishi Kohei Koishi Kohei Koishi   To achieve this balance, the ground floor presents a quiet, enclosed facade toward the road, finished with natural timber. In contrast, the upper flo... More

JS House is a contemporary home designed around comfort, simplicity, and modern living. The interiors combine warm materials, soft tones, clean lines, and thoughtful details to create a welcoming and elegant atmosphere.  Dhwanish Shah Dhwanish Shah Each space is carefully planned to balance functionality with a timeless aesthetic, making the home both practical and comfortable for everyday life. Dhwanish Shah Dhwanish Shah Dhwanish Shah More

Casa Trigo emerges among mesquite trees that define the character of this site, located in a residential area of Querétaro. Designed for a family from Mexico City seeking a serene and functional retreat, the project took orientation and topography as its starting points, shaping a home that balances calm, materiality, and openness. Ariadna Polo Ariadna Polo The house is composed of different volumes articulated through patios and gardens, responding to the irregularity of the terrain and taking advantage of it to generate smooth transitions between interior and exterior. This volumetric interplay—alternating solids and voids, shadows and openings—creates a dynamic experience and reinforces a sense of privacy in... More

Luxury hillside residence integrated into the landscape. Located in Las Lomas, Boadilla del Monte, one of the most exclusive residential areas in Madrid, this contemporary luxury house is conceived as a natural extension of its sloping east-west plot. The project transforms the topography into a sequence of landscape terraces and precise volumens that establish a balanced dialogue between architecture and landscape. Fh2L Arquitectos Fh2L Arquitectos Fh2L Arquitectos The house is structured around a clear and functional layout. A main living volume accomodates the living room, dining area, and kitchen conceived as a continuous and open space. Large floor-to-ceiling glazing dissolves the  bounddary between interior and e... More

Visits to the site sparked the desire to build a house that would blend into the landscape. We found large rocks on the land, which is protected by dense vegetation, that protruded from the steep slope of the southern portion. There's also a lake nearby, accessible via a short trail through the woods. The strategy for organizing the house took into account the family's dynamics: the house was built for a friendly couple in their late 80s, with five children, who in turn have families of partners and grandchildren. Rodrigo Fonseca Rodrigo Fonseca The extensive program is divided into a horizontal ground-floor pavilion for the couple, with a glued-laminated timber structure, combined with a set of bedrooms for their son and daught... More

Makowski Groń is a residence sculpted by the dramatic mountain landscape. A strong, geometric form cuts into the slope, anchoring the house firmly to the terrain and creating a powerful architectural silhouette. Designed as an interplay of mass, light, and topography, the project embraces the raw energy of its surroundings while offering calm, sheltered spaces within. EKLEKT ATELIER The architecture is built from elemental materials — concrete, stone, and timber — chosen for both their honesty and their ability to withstand the mountain climate. Large openings frame peaks and valleys, drawing the landscape into the interior, while deep overhangs and carved terraces protect the living spaces from harsh weather and create in... More

A retired couple decided to use their life savings to build a new home for themselves and the occasional visits from their children and grandchildren who live abroad. The clients desired a house designed to be used now and by future generations, who would then inherit the property. Seeking flexibility and future change, the design is based on creating a clear spatial system around which the adaptation process takes place. This system organizes not only the service areas and facilities but also the spatial relationships, structure, light, and energy transmission. Fernando Alda Specifically, the design is mainly constructed using a system of brick walls that articulate all the relevant spatial relationships, allowing for fluid habitabil... More

Because the owner of this house wanted a residence that stands out and is unique, the designer architect began the project by considering the context of the location first. With the original environment consisting of a lake and trees, the architects designed the house to become a complete visual extension of its context. A white house on a black rock mountain amidst nature was the answer, relying on the context and the needs of the residents. Weerapon Singnoi Weerapon Singnoi Weerapon Singnoi By bending the gravel wall back and forth to imitate natural rocks, a form emerged that defied usual geometry, serving as a metaphor for a rocky mountain. This approach distinguished it from the residence, which is a pure white box. Cho... More

Introducing Sky Base One, a masterpiece by Bespoke Architects, located in the breathtaking landscape of Lagoa, Portugal. Completed in 2023, this villa stands as a bold fusion of science fiction inspiration and traditional Taoist principles, offering a unique living experience that harmonizes with nature. What sets Sky Base One apart is its visionary origin. The client, inspired by iconic sci-fi films, sought a home that reimagines the conventional villa. This gave rise to a creative journey, blending cutting-edge design with the ancient wisdom of Taoism to reflect balance and unity with the environment. Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Captio... More

Nestled within a citrus garden in the Seferihisar District of Izmir, Payamli House is a contemporary interpretation of a quintessential cabin that sits alongside a stream in a rural landscape. The primary design criteria was to construct the space required by the brief in the simplest and most cost-effective manner. For this reason, the variety of materials used in the interior and exterior of the building were kept at a minimum. Along with this, local materials and labor were utilized for most of the material manufacturing and installation. ZM Yasa Photography ZM Yasa Photography In terms of design language and meeting the needs of the client, Payamli House easily adapts to the life in the region with its simplicity and material... More

"URBAN OASIS" exemplifies an innovative approach to compact urban living. Situated on a 7-perch (177 sq.m.) plot in Thalawathugoda, Sri Lanka, this house is designed to achieve an impressive sense of spaciousness and greenery within a limited land area. Kith Studio Kith Studio The house showcases a contemporary modern architectural style, with materials, finishes, and details carefully selected to enhance the quality of space and create a harmonious living environment. The exterior features a sophisticated blend of glass, timber, and brick, seamlessly integrating the house into its urban context while maintaining a sense of privacy and elegance. Kith Studio The four-story residence is thoughtfully designed to comfortably ac... More

The house on the hills was built in the landscape of a charming village near Rzeszów. On a plot of just over 1000 m2, in an area of varied and very extensive development, we designed a single-storey house with a simple form and functional interior, offering open and bright spaces open to the landscape of the Podrzeszów hills. JABRAARCHITECTS JABRAARCHITECTS JABRAARCHITECTS The architecturally diverse neighbourhood of the plot gave absolute design freedom as to the geometry of the roof. The investors had always thought of a single-storey house with a flat roof, so the traditional form of a house with a gable roof was out of the question. JABRAARCHITECTS JABRAARCHITECTS The investors' guidelines regard... More

In "Montes de Toledo", a remote and isolate place in central Spain, far from any noise where it is difficult to habe mobile coverage, NAV House arises crouched among a forest of cistus and oaks, open to the infinite landscape of La Mancha. More than a house, a refuge where you can go to spend a few days in the middle of nature, to relax, to stop and rest breathing pure air, smelling thyme and rosemary. OOIIO Architecture Completely disconnected from the general supply networks, there is no water or electricity here. NAV House is necessarily a self-sufficent home, it produces the energy it consumes and recycles what it uses. It is about living with what is necessary again, not consuming more than what we really have. To get there you... More

Casa EA, located on the outskirts of Mérida, Yucatán, features a "C" shaped design centered around a garden and pool. Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis The residence combines natural light, ventilation, and views with regional materials like light-toned stone, black marble, chukum, and tropical woods. Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis Manolo R. Solis This blend creates a warm, functional, and visually captivating retreat that harmonizes contemporary design with local character. Manolo R. Solis TAMA Taller Mexicano de Arquitectura... More