Cross ventilation

The New American Remodel (TNAR) 2026 sits in a major Orlando suburb known as Winter Park in Orange County, Florida, USA. The city, as it was originally planned for in the 1880s, was a respite for wealthy northerners who came to escape cold climates and to enjoy Florida’s lakes and warm weather. Eventually, Winter Park developed into the city it is today with a strong emphasis on nature, planning, and culture. Downtown Winter Park, features tree-lined and brick streets, scenic lakes and parks, and multi-million-dollar historic homes and impressive architecture. Courtesy of Phil Kean Design Group TNAR 2026 was originally built in the 1950s, updated in the 1990s, and now updated once more to encapsulate pre-1950’s tropical Mi... More

A house open to the climate and rhythm of Yucatán   Located in Mérida, Yucatán, Casa Naay is composed of a series of volumes that gravitate around a roofed quadrangular platform. This configuration responds directly to the climate conditions and existing vegetation of the site, fostering an open relationship with the landscape and a fluid circulation between interior and exterior. WORC STUDIO Ricardo Martínez + Camila Ureña WORC STUDIO Ricardo Martínez + Camila Ureña WORC STUDIO Ricardo Martínez + Camila Ureña The project focuses on enhancing thermal comfort through passive strategies: cross ventilation, precise spatial orientation, the use of ventilat... More

Casa Montezuma was designed for a plot located in front of a large, tree-lined, sloping square. The presence of a pre-existing single-story building and the visual integration with the square were the key factors in the project's development. Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro In line with this approach, it was decided to preserve some of the original brick walls of the ground floor and the service block. The ceiling height in the social area was doubled to maximize the entry of natural light filtered through the dense vegetation of the square and to provide a zenithal view of the tree canopy from inside. Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro Pedro Mascaro... More

Inspiration came from the historical typology of the Cape rural agricultural vernacular which was synonymous with the surrounding area. Limewashed fisherman’s dwellings and agricultural structures for livestock were the norm prior to the area becoming a popular respite from the city life of Cape Town 90km (55 mi) away and a village where many residents have retired to this idyllic coastline. Paris Brummer The home is formed by the simple juncture of two pitched volumes. Inhabitable fingers which form a sheltered L-shaped courtyard extend into the site. A contemporary interpretation of the historical built language. The primary axis containing the living spaces open up towards the panoramic mountain vista which themselves ultimat... More

As architects, we believe that architecture should enhance education and develop in children a sense of aesthetic appreciation for the environment. BRITANICA Park School aims to promote tradition while building on it with modern education principles. It is located in the suburbs of Vitosha Mountain and caters to children from 2.5 years old (kindergarten) to 18 years old (school). Todor Todorov This project aims to design architecture that facilitates healthy living & learning. Socialization and communication, enriching social and behavioral habits are integrated in the concept.  Classical and modern ideas guide the building's exterior design. Ultimately, the form implies a connection to Great Britain's culture - tradition a... More

The Akanaka boarding house is an example of how passive design is executed with simple methods, starting from providing maximum openings for light and air into the building with local material engineering.  Ahkamal Hakim “I want a residence that is comfortable, natural, and energy efficient,” said Mr. Yuwono to Realrich Sjarief when he stated the brief of Akanaka. Akanaka is located on 800 sqm of land, and consists of 19 serviced bedrooms, in 2 level building with an open-air corridor. It is in Kemang, South Jakarta, a precinct that is well known as the art district. Ahkamal Hakim   From the facade, Akanaka’s 4.5 meters cantilevered canopy blocks the east-west sun while giving a tropical device for h... More

NE 1.17 House+ renders a minimalistic and bioclimatic design that is situated in a beautiful residential area in the city of Larnaca in Cyprus. The main idea of the project was to create a warm and cozy dwelling for a contemporary family, a space carrier of multiple memories, that could blend nicely with the environment and be energy efficient throughout the year.  Creative Photo Room Creative Photo Room Creative Photo Room Creative Photo Room Creative Photo Room Creative Photo Room Creative Photo Room Creative Photo Room The North façade, which welcomes the main entrance of the house, faces the highway and that was the reason behind the “L” shaped structure. The purpose was t... More