#contemporary house

A young couple had the opportunity to build their first home on a plot that was once part of a larger family-owned property. Our design proposal is based on a modular plan that responds to the surroundings, ensuring privacy, excellent climate control, and dynamic living spaces. José Hevia José Hevia Matadepera is a quiet suburban town at the foot of the mountains in Catalonia. The 600m² corner plot was flat, south-facing, and dotted with a few trees, with two detached houses on either side. The clients wanted a home with shared spaces but without giving up privacy, as well as being flexible enough to adapt to future needs. José Hevia José Hevia With this in mind, we designed the house a... More

This project consists of two single-family homes located on adjacent 150 m² lots in the northern area of Colima, Mexico. Taking advantage of the lots' contiguity and aiming to deliver a differentiated product to the market, the design unifies the external appearance of both houses while offering two distinct interior layouts tailored to the diverse needs of future residents. Isaac Arzeta Isaac Arzeta The architectural program was efficiently organized to accommodate three bedrooms, three bathrooms, service areas, and generous social spaces. Given the region’s climatic conditions, a careful study of the site's orientation was essential to create strategic openings that provide natural ventilation and daylight while mini... More

The project is conceived as a house to provide shelter for a family, in harmony with the environment of the upper area of Viña del Mar. Its temperate climate and its coastal watercourse infiltrates between pine forests and numerous ravines. Marcos Zegers The design is conceived from its structure, in an organized succession of 26 frames (axes A - Z), very similar to each other, and that are spaced 122 cm. from one to another, from beginning to end. Marcos Zegers These frames, with a very light, veiled composition of knots and joints, give body to the load-bearing structure of this house, from which the architectural space is configured. Marcos Zegers Wood emerges as the most suitable material to work the tectonic la... More

In Casa T, duality is intentional. The project explores how living and working as a tattoo artist can coexist, uniting two distinct programs under one roof—an introspective working atelier and a warm family residence. Chakkraphob Sermphasit Chakkraphob Sermphasit Chakkraphob Sermphasit Chakkraphob Sermphasit Set on a trapezoidal site in a medium-density suburb of western Bangkok, the building turns its angular face toward a busy main road, shielding its interior behind minimalist surfaces. Designed in close collaboration with its owner—a tattoo artist known for his craft—the project goes beyond function, creating a space for expression, narrative, and creativity. Drawing from the art of tattoo, the arc... More

The project involves the subdivision of a large plot of land located on the outskirts of Dolo, with the goal of creating a residential complex consisting of 12 homes. The choice of this site, immersed in a natural setting, aims to create a tranquil and harmonious environment, away from urban traffic, while still being well-connected to the town center. The homes will be designed to integrate with the surrounding landscape, maintaining a balance between architecture and nature. Caption Caption Caption Caption The design of the houses favors the use of modern and natural materials. The exterior plaster of the homes will be in smooth concrete, a material that gives a clean and contemporary look, while the use of resin in t... More

The project involves the construction of a contemporary-style duplex building on an undeveloped plot located in the center of the Municipality of Stra (VE), an area characterized by a heterogeneous urban fabric with houses dating back to the 1960s and 1980s, making the context quite fragmented. The goal is to introduce a structure that, while respecting the historical identity of the neighborhood, stands out for its modern and functional architecture. Caption Caption The building will consist of two residential units, in line with the owner's request, with a careful balance between privacy and integration into the urban context. Each unit will feature a functional design, with large windows that allow natural light to enter and a... More

Landscape View is a conceptual single-family home in the Mazury region, whose main idea is to create a panoramic viewing house—a space that allows its inhabitants to fully enjoy direct contact with the surrounding nature. The project’s name is not accidental: the house serves as a succinct frame for the landscape horizon, highlighting the unique natural values of the site and enabling their daily experience. MUS ARCHITECTS A simple, horizontal volume, made from a material rooted typologically in local architecture, and an iconic frame structure that accentuates the view are the key conceptual aspects of this project. The entire structure has been shaped to respect and enable the enjoyment of the site’s natural and vi... More

The project consists of the interior renovation of a house in the municipality of La Garriga (Barcelona). The main objective of the project is to renovate the interior and adapt the original layout to the needs of a young family that has just moved from Barcelona. The existing building is an example of a recently built house between party walls, characterised by a remarkable depth and the presence of a courtyard at the rear of the plot. Pol Viladoms The project focuses on the ground floor, where the living room and kitchen area will be completely redesigned. Here we propose an open plan that creates a single living-dining area that takes advantage of the natural light coming from the rear courtyard and connects with the views towards... More

Casa Sabina is a renovation and expansion project that unlocks the potential of a house that, while not historically significant, held an invaluable personal story for its owner, Narcisa Ullauri. She sought a way to give her childhood home a new purpose—one that would allow her to generate income without letting go of her family’s legacy, honoring both the house’s history and the memory of her mother, Sabina, whose name now gives the project its identity. Pablo Zúñiga Pablo Zúñiga The main challenge was adapting the house to a new use while preserving its essence. What was once a single-family home has been transformed into a multifamily residence with 2 suites and 3 apartments, where... More

In one of Chennai's fastest-developing Sub-urban areas, we had the unique opportunity to design a house on a rare, open plot, creating a pierced plane of open space within the fully gown urban fabric. This east-facing plot, measuring 40'x70', stood out as one of the few remaining vacant lands in the area. Our design ethos was inspired by the plot's distinctive position, transforming the concept of a "pierced plane" into a "perforated plane house." The façade and interior spaces evolved from this idea, aiming to blend seamlessly into the surrounding environment while offering a serene ambiance. Hosh pictures Hosh pictures Hosh pictures The ground floor has a living room with Deck Space, a courtyard in between the clini... More

 A single-family residential project by Nogalya, located in the southwestern part of Mexico City and nestled in the city's wooded area, offers a rich, dynamic, and welcoming architectural experience. Aldo Gracia The living room is the backbone of the project due to its spatial location, articulating the house's spaces. Situated in a double-height area, it comes to life thanks to the herringbone floor design that, through a diagonal layout, interlaces wooden and granite pieces, subtly guiding towards the various spaces of the residence. In this space, the geometric black wire chandeliers introduce an industrial contrast consistent with the concrete walls, providing contemporary elegance. Aldo Gracia The double height, emphas... More

City Bell, Argentina Nestled in the heart of a natural, green landscape, BLN House reinterprets the idea of a retreat through simplicity, material honesty, and full transparency with its surroundings. Caption This single-story residence unfolds as a long and slender pavilion, organized around an interior patio and a large pergola that frames the outdoor life. Concrete, glass, and natural wood define a clean, minimal composition that dissolves the limits between inside and outside. Caption A sequence of sliding panels and structural rhythm filters light and shadow throughout the day, enhancing the connection with nature. Every space opens up to the landscape, inviting silence, breeze, and vegetation into daily life. Caption... More

The project involves the architectural and functional completion of an existing building located in a rural area of Fondi (LT), where, at the time of commissioning, the structure and laminated wood roof had already been built. Willem Pab The clients, a young family, requested the design of a single-family home with bright and fluid spaces that would reflect the needs of contemporary living. The challenge was to meet these needs while starting from a pre-existing structure with a layout and volume typical of conventional construction. Willem Pab The design strategy focused on targeted interventions by inserting new architectural elements that would disrupt the rigid original layout. Willem Pab From a floor plan perspective,... More

In the heart of picturesque Naples, Casa Riccio stands elegantly within a private park in the upper part of the city, offering breathtaking views of the Gulf in its interiors. This privileged location imparts a unique and evocative atmosphere to the residence. dario borruto dario borruto dario borruto dario borruto The entrance, positioned at the center of the rectangular layout, creates a distinct separation between the night and day areas, emphasized by the skillful use of chromatic contrasts. A corridor enveloped in light oak, white lacquer, and sea green wainscoting reveals storage spaces and the guest/laundry bathroom, guiding guests toward the living area. The latter has been conceived as a spacious open space, do... More